Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ajmera, Gastroenterologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Veeral Ajmera, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ajmera graduated from University of Texas, Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Ajmera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ajmera’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ajmera’s office at (619) 543-5415.
Where did Dr. Ajmera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Texas, Southwestern Medical Center | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | UC San Francisco, San Francisco | University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco | Hepatologist | Assistant Professor of Medicine
Is Dr. Ajmera board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Veeral Ajmera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ajmera speak?
Dr. Ajmera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ajmera treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ajmera 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. Ajmera. 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:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
What procedures does Dr. Ajmera perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ajmera performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ajmera. 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:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Upper Endoscopy with Varices Banding
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
- EGD with Band Ligation
- Esophageal Varices Banding
- Gastric Varices Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 43244: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with band ligation of esophageal/gastric varices
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Ajmera accept my insurance?
Dr. Ajmera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-5415 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ajmera accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ajmera in San Diego, CA 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 Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Inland Empire
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ajmera's office located?
Dr. Veeral Ajmera's Primary Practice
4168 Front St Fl 2
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 543-5415
What is Dr. Ajmera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ajmera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932429842.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ajmera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ajmera
What is Dr. Veeral Ajmera's specialty?
Dr. Ajmera is a Gastroenterologist near San Diego, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Ajmera to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Veeral Ajmera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ajmera is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, UCI Medical Center, Tri-City Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Gastroenterologist?
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Is Veeral Ajmera accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Veeral Ajmera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Veeral Ajmera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ajmera's office at (619) 543-5415 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Veeral Ajmera?
Please contact Dr. Ajmera's office at (619) 543-5415 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Veeral Ajmera have?
Dr. Veeral Ajmera is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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