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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Burns, Pediatric Surgeon in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Robert Burns, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Burns is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burns’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burns’s office at (317) 274-4491.
Is Dr. Burns board certified in Pediatric Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Robert Burns, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Burns speak?
Dr. Burns and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Burns treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Burns 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. Burns. 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:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Digestive Ostomy Care
- Gastrostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Gastrointestinal Stoma Care
- Digestive Tract Artificial Opening Care
- Colostomy Care
- G-tube Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Stomach Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z434: Encounter for attention to other artificial openings of digestive tract
- Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
- Localized Ruptured Appendix
- Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Sunken Chest
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Excavatum
- Funnel Chest
- Concave Chest
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q676: Pectus excavatum
Also known as:
- Hirschsprung's Disease
- Birth Defects
- Colonic Disease
- Hirschsprung disease
- Congenital Megacolon
- Aganglionic Megacolon
- Hirschsprung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q431: Hirschsprung's disease
Also known as:
- Anal Birth Defect
- Anal Disorder
- Birth Defects
- Imperforate Anus
- Congenital Anal Atresia
- Blocked Anus at Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q423: Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of anus without fistula
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Pigeon Chest
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Carinatum
- Keel Chest
- Protruding Breastbone
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q677: Pectus carinatum
Also known as:
- Phimosis
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
Also known as:
- Stomach or Duodenum Fistula
- Fistulas
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastroduodenal Fistula
- Abdominal Fistula
- Digestive Tract Fistula
ICD-10 Codes:
- K316: Fistula of stomach and duodenum
Which procedures does Dr. Burns perform as a Pediatric Surgeon?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Robert Burns may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Burns' office.
Does Dr. Burns accept my insurance?
Dr. Burns accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 274-4491 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Burns accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Burns in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Indiana University Health
MDwise
Medicaid
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Burns' office located?
Dr. Robert Burns' Primary Practice
705 Riley Hospital Dr Ste 2500
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 274-4491
What is Dr. Burns's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Burns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811066608.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burns?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burns
What is Dr. Robert Burns's specialty?
Dr. Burns is a Pediatric Surgeon near Indianapolis, IN. Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Burns to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Burns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Burns is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist Hospital 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
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Is Robert Burns accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Robert Burns is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Burns offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Burns's office at (317) 274-4491 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Burns?
Please contact Dr. Burns's office at (317) 274-4491 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Burns have?
Dr. Robert Burns is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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