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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tzimas, Gastroenterologist in Huntington, NY?
Dr. Demetrios Tzimas, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Huntington, NY. Dr. Tzimas graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine and completed his residency at New York University School of Medicine. Dr. Tzimas is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tzimas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tzimas’s office at (631) 549-8181.
Where did Dr. Tzimas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stony Brook University Hospital & Medical Center | New York University School of Medicine
Residency: New York University School of Medicine
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tzimas speak?
Dr. Tzimas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Tzimas typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Tzimas 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. Tzimas. 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:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
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:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Tzimas typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Tzimas 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. Tzimas. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Tissue Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible colonoscopy with EMR
- Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
- Colon polyp removal during colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection
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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Ultrasound (EUS)
- EGD with endoscopic ultrasound
- Esophageal ultrasound
- Stomach ultrasound endoscopy
- Duodenal ultrasound endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 43259: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination, including the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis
Also known as:
- ERCP with Gallstone Removal
- ERCP
- Endoscopic Gallstone Removal
- Biliary Duct Stone Removal
- Pancreatic Duct Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 43264: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal of calculi/debris from biliary/pancreatic duct(s)
Does Dr. Tzimas accept my insurance?
Dr. Tzimas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 549-8181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tzimas accept in Huntington, NY?
Dr. Tzimas in Huntington, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tzimas' office located?
What is Dr. Tzimas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tzimas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568605152.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tzimas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tzimas
What is Dr. Demetrios Tzimas's specialty?
Dr. Tzimas is a Gastroenterologist near Huntington, NY.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Demetrios Tzimas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tzimas is affiliated with Huntington Hospital, North Shore University Hospital, Peconic Bay Medical Center 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
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Is Demetrios Tzimas accepting new patients in Huntington, NY?
Yes, Dr. Demetrios Tzimas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Demetrios Tzimas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tzimas's office at (631) 549-8181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Demetrios Tzimas?
Please contact Dr. Tzimas's office at (631) 549-8181 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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