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Who is Dr. Alper, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Arik Alper, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in New Haven, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alper is currently affiliated with Yale-New Haven Hospital. Dr. Alper is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alper’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alper’s office at (203) 688-2259.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Alper?
Dr. Arik Alper, 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. Alper empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Digestive Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Haven, CT community, Dr. Alper is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Alper speak?
Dr. Alper and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Alper typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Alper 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. Alper. 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:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
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:
- Down Syndrome
- Trisomy 21
- Mongolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Malabsorption After Surgery
- After Surgery
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Postoperative Malabsorption
- Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
- Surgical Malabsorption
ICD-10 Codes:
- K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Alper typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by Dr. Arik Alper may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Alper's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alper accept my insurance?
Dr. Alper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 688-2259 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alper accept in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Alper in New Haven, CT 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
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of Connecticut
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Where is Dr. Alper's office located?
What is Dr. Alper's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366715351.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alper?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alper
What is Dr. Arik Alper's specialty?
Dr. Alper is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near New Haven, 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. Arik Alper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Alper is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Yale New Haven Children'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
When to see a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Arik Alper accepting new patients in New Haven, CT?
Yes, Dr. Arik Alper is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arik Alper offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alper's office at (203) 688-2259 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arik Alper?
Please contact Dr. Alper's office at (203) 688-2259 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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