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Who is Dr. C Selvakumar, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Praveen Kumar C Selvakumar, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH. Dr. C Selvakumar is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. C Selvakumar’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. C Selvakumar’s office at (216) 444-6003.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. C Selvakumar?
Dr. Praveen Kumar C Selvakumar, 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. C Selvakumar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Gastrointestinal Motility Disorders, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Liver Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cleveland, OH community, Dr. C Selvakumar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. C Selvakumar speak?
Dr. C Selvakumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. C Selvakumar typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. C Selvakumar 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. C Selvakumar. 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:
- 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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
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:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, 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
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. C Selvakumar typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. C Selvakumar 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. C Selvakumar. 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
Also known as:
- Esophageal Balloon Distension Study
- Esophageal distension test
- Balloon provocation test
- Esophageal pain study
CPT Codes:
- 91040: Esophageal balloon distension study, diagnostic, with provocation when performed
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Does Dr. C Selvakumar accept my insurance?
Dr. C Selvakumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-6003 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. C Selvakumar accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. C Selvakumar in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Oscar
Oxford Health Plans
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
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Where is Dr. C Selvakumar's office located?
What is Dr. C Selvakumar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. C Selvakumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831466796.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. C Selvakumar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. C Selvakumar
What is Dr. Praveen Kumar C Selvakumar's specialty?
Dr. C Selvakumar is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Cleveland, OH.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Praveen Kumar C Selvakumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, C Selvakumar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Praveen Kumar C Selvakumar accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Praveen Kumar C Selvakumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Praveen Kumar C Selvakumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. C Selvakumar's office at (216) 444-6003 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Praveen Kumar C Selvakumar?
Please contact Dr. C Selvakumar's office at (216) 444-6003 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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