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Who is Dr. Thiagarajah, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Jay Thiagarajah, PHD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Thiagarajah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thiagarajah’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thiagarajah’s office at (781) 216-3800.
What languages does Dr. Thiagarajah speak?
Dr. Thiagarajah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Thiagarajah treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Thiagarajah diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Thiagarajah. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Belly Button Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R110: Nausea
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
- K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome
- Food Allergy
- Gastroenteritis
- FPIES
- Food Protein Allergy
- Infant Food Allergy
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5221: Food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome
Also known as:
- Other Eating and Drinking Problems
- Unusual food cravings
- Difficulty swallowing
- Changes in appetite
ICD-10 Codes:
- R638: Other symptoms and signs concerning food and fluid intake
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Which procedures does Dr. Thiagarajah perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jay Thiagarajah may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Thiagarajah's office.
Does Dr. Thiagarajah accept my insurance?
Dr. Thiagarajah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 216-3800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thiagarajah accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Thiagarajah in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Independence Blue Cross
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Thiagarajah's office located?
What is Dr. Thiagarajah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thiagarajah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043539794.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thiagarajah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thiagarajah
What is Dr. Jay Thiagarajah's specialty?
Dr. Thiagarajah is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Boston, MA. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Thiagarajah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jay Thiagarajah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thiagarajah is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Jay Thiagarajah accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Jay Thiagarajah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jay Thiagarajah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thiagarajah's office at (781) 216-3800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jay Thiagarajah?
Please contact Dr. Thiagarajah's office at (781) 216-3800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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