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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kasper, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Providence, RI?
Dr. Vania Kasper, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI. Dr. Kasper is fluent in English, Creoles and pidgins, Kamba, Lao, Portuguese, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kasper’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kasper’s office at (508) 992-6553.
What languages does Dr. Kasper speak?
Dr. Kasper and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Creoles and pidgins
English
Kamba
Lao
Portuguese
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Kasper treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Kasper 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. Kasper. 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
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Liver Disease
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Hepatitis
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- Liver inflammation
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K759: Inflammatory liver disease, unspecified
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
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:
- Cystic Fibrosis with Intestinal Problems
- Cystic Fibrosis with Other Symptoms
- Cystic Fibrosis
- CF with Gut Issues
- Intestinal Cystic Fibrosis
- CF with Various Symptoms
- Systemic Cystic Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8419: Cystic fibrosis with other intestinal manifestations
- E848: Cystic fibrosis with other manifestations
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:
- Celiac Disease
- Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy
- Sprue
- Coeliac Disease
- Gluten Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- K900: Celiac disease
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Abdominal Bloating
- Gas
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Bloated Stomach
- Swollen Belly
- Gaseous Distension
ICD-10 Codes:
- R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Involuntary Weight Loss
- Significant Weight Loss
- Unintentional Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R634: Abnormal weight loss
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:
- Mild Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Mild Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Mild Nutritional Deficiency
- Slight Underweight
ICD-10 Codes:
- E441: Mild protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Kasper perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Kasper 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. Kasper. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
- G-tube Change
- Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
- Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Does Dr. Kasper accept my insurance?
Dr. Kasper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 992-6553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kasper accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Kasper in Providence, RI 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 Rhode Island
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)
Point32Health
State of Rhode Island
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kasper's office located?
What is Dr. Kasper's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kasper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083994206.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kasper?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kasper
What is Dr. Vania Kasper's specialty?
Dr. Kasper is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Providence, RI. 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. Kasper to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vania Kasper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kasper is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, South County Hospital Campus 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
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Is Vania Kasper accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Vania Kasper is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vania Kasper offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kasper's office at (508) 992-6553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vania Kasper?
Please contact Dr. Kasper's office at (508) 992-6553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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