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Dr. Akira Saito, MD

Carmel, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Saito, Internist in Carmel, IN?

    Dr. Akira Saito, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Carmel, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Saito is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saito’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saito’s office at (317) 948-5005.

    What languages does Dr. Saito speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Saito treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Saito 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. Saito. 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:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophageal Motility Disorder
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • EoE
    • Allergic Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty
    • Esophageal Spasm
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
    • K222: Esophageal obstruction
    • K224: Dyskinesia of esophagus

    Also known as:

    • Gastroparesis
    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Delayed Gastric Emptying
    • Stomach Paralysis
    • Gastric Motility Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3184: Gastroparesis
    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Digestive Disease
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Esophagus Condition
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Various esophageal diseases
    • Miscellaneous esophagus problems
    • Other food pipe issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Bloating
    • Gas
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Bloated Stomach
    • Swollen Belly
    • Gaseous Distension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

    Which procedures does Dr. Saito perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Akira Saito may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Saito's office.

    Does Dr. Saito accept my insurance?

    Dr. Saito accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 948-5005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Saito accept in Carmel, IN?

    Dr. Saito in Carmel, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Indiana University Health

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Saito's office located?

    Dr. Akira Saito's Primary Practice

    11700 N Meridian St

    Carmel, IN 46032

    (317) 948-5005

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    Dr. Akira Saito's Practice 2

    1120 W Michigan St

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

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    Dr. Akira Saito's Practice 3

    720 Eskenazi Ave

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

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

    Dr. Saito's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053792937.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saito?

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

    What is Dr. Akira Saito's specialty?

    Dr. Saito is a Internist near Carmel, IN.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Saito to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Akira Saito affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Saito is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Iu Health North Hospital, Columbus Regional Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Akira Saito accepting new patients in Carmel, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Akira Saito is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Akira Saito offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Saito's office at (317) 948-5005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Akira Saito?

    Please contact Dr. Saito's office at (317) 948-5005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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