Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Townsend, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Hartford, CT?
Dr. Peter Townsend, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Hartford, CT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Townsend is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Townsend’s office at (860) 545-9000.
What languages does Dr. Townsend speak?
Dr. Townsend and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Townsend typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Townsend 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. Townsend. 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:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine with Abscess
- Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
- Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine with Rectal Bleeding
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Abscess
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels
- Generalized Crohn's Disease
- Regional Enteritis with Abscess
- Small Bowel Crohn's with Abscess
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Abscess
- Large Bowel Crohn's
- Crohn's Colitis
- Colonic Crohn's Disease
- Large Bowel Crohn's with Bloody Stool
- Crohn's Colitis with Rectal Bleeding
- GI Bleeding from Large Intestine Crohn's
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
- K50014: Crohn's disease of small intestine with abscess
- K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications
- K50111: Crohn's disease of large intestine with rectal bleeding
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Chronic Pediatric Feeding Disorder
- Long-term Child Feeding Problem
- Chronic Infant Feeding Issue
- Persistent Pediatric Eating Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6332: Pediatric feeding disorder, chronic
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. Townsend typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Townsend 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. Townsend. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Townsend accept my insurance?
Dr. Townsend accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 545-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Townsend accept in Hartford, CT?
Dr. Townsend in Hartford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Townsend's office located?
Dr. Peter Townsend's Primary Practice
282 Washington St
Hartford, CT 06106
(860) 545-9000
What is Dr. Townsend's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Townsend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093080749.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Townsend?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Townsend
What is Dr. Peter Townsend's specialty?
Dr. Townsend is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Hartford, CT.
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. Peter Townsend affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Townsend is affiliated with William W. Backus 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 Peter Townsend accepting new patients in Hartford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Peter Townsend is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Townsend offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Townsend's office at (860) 545-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Townsend?
Please contact Dr. Townsend's office at (860) 545-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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