Who is Dr. Monteiro, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Newark, NJ?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Monteiro?
Dr. Iona Monteiro, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Monteiro empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Failure to Thrive, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrointestinal Disorders, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Liver Disease, Obesity, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Newark, NJ community, Dr. Monteiro is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Monteiro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UMDNJ
Medical School: PATNA UNIVERSITY
Is Dr. Monteiro board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Iona Monteiro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Monteiro speak?
Dr. Monteiro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Hindi
- Portuguese
- Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Monteiro typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Monteiro 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. Monteiro. 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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Belly Button Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- High Liver Enzymes
- ALT Blood Test
- AST Test
- Elevated ALT
- Elevated AST
- Abnormal liver function test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels
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:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
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
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Monteiro typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Monteiro 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. Monteiro. 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:
- 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Monteiro accept my insurance?
Dr. Monteiro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 972-5779 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Monteiro accept in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Monteiro in Newark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Monteiro's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Monteiro affiliated with?
Dr. Monteiro has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Monteiro's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Monteiro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699846527.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Monteiro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Monteiro