40 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Shemesh, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Delray Beach, FL?
Where did Dr. Shemesh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Technion-Israel Inst of Tech, B Rappaport Fac of Med, Haifa, Israel
What languages does Dr. Shemesh speak?
Dr. Shemesh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Hebrew
What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Shemesh typically treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Shemesh 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. Shemesh. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Constipation
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Shemesh typically perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Shemesh 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. Shemesh. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Polyp Removal
- Hot Biopsy Colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 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
- 45384: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by hot biopsy forceps
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:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Piles Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;
Does Dr. Shemesh accept my insurance?
Dr. Shemesh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 495-0660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shemesh accept in Delray Beach, FL?
Dr. Shemesh in Delray Beach, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shemesh's office located?
Dr. Eliyahu Shemesh's Primary Practice
6646 Atlantic Ave
Delray Beach, FL 33446
(561) 495-0660
What hospitals are Dr. Shemesh affiliated with?
Dr. Shemesh has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Shemesh's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shemesh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952472250.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shemesh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shemesh