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Dr. Joel Judah, MD

Macon, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Judah, Gastroenterologist in Macon, GA?

    Dr. Joel Judah, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Macon, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Judah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Judah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Judah’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Judah?

    Dr. Joel Judah, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Judah empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endoscopic Therapies, Endoscopy, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Macon/GA community, Dr. Judah is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Judah board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Judah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Judah speak?

    Dr. Judah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Judah treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Judah 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. Judah. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Other Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing
    • Swallowing problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
    • R1319: Other dysphagia

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders
    • Gastric Polyp
    • Duodenal Polyp
    • Stomach Growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
    • K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum

    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:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Other Esophagus Condition
    • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Barrett’s Esophagus
    • Various esophageal diseases
    • Miscellaneous esophagus problems
    • Other food pipe issues
    • Barrett's condition
    • Esophageal metaplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus
    • K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    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:

    • Benign Descending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous descending colon growth
    • Descending colon adenoma
    • Descending colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D124: Benign neoplasm of descending colon

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
    • Abnormal GI scan
    • Unusual digestive imaging
    • Digestive system imaging findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract

    Does Dr. Judah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Judah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Judah accept in Macon, GA?

    Dr. Judah in Macon, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Alliant Health Plans

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Judah's office located?

    Dr. Joel Judah's Primary Practice

    249 Sheraton Blvd

    Macon, GA 31210

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    Dr. Joel Judah's Practice 2

    1014 Forsyth St

    Macon, GA 31201

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    Dr. Joel Judah's Practice 3

    777 Hemlock St

    Macon, GA 31201

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    What is Dr. Judah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Judah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215097852.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Judah?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Judah

    What is Dr. Joel Judah's specialty?

    Dr. Judah is a Gastroenterologist near Macon, GA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Judah to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joel Judah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Judah is affiliated with Atrium Health Navicent 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

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

    Explore Gastroenterologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Joel Judah accepting new patients in Macon, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Judah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joel Judah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Judah's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joel Judah?

    Please contact Dr. Judah's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Judah have?

    Dr. Joel Judah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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