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Who is Dr. Kandavel, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Prashanthi Kandavel, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kandavel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kandavel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kandavel’s office at (323) 361-2181.
What languages does Dr. Kandavel speak?
Dr. Kandavel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Kandavel typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Kandavel 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. Kandavel. 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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, 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:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Kandavel typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Kandavel 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. Kandavel. 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
Does Dr. Kandavel accept my insurance?
Dr. Kandavel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 361-2181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kandavel accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Kandavel in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kandavel's office located?
Dr. Prashanthi Kandavel's Primary Practice
4650 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 361-2181
What is Dr. Kandavel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kandavel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447663919.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kandavel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kandavel
What is Dr. Prashanthi Kandavel's specialty?
Dr. Kandavel is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Los Angeles, CA.
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. Prashanthi Kandavel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kandavel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Hospital Los Angeles. 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 Prashanthi Kandavel accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Prashanthi Kandavel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Prashanthi Kandavel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kandavel's office at (323) 361-2181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Prashanthi Kandavel?
Please contact Dr. Kandavel's office at (323) 361-2181 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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