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Dr. Frank Dipaola, MD
Pediatric Gastroenterologist
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,Pediatric Transplant Hepatologist
,Transplant Hepatologist
,Gastroenterologist
Charlottesville, VA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dipaola, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Frank Dipaola, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Dipaola is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dipaola’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dipaola’s office at (434) 924-0123.
What languages does Dr. Dipaola speak?
Dr. Dipaola and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dipaola treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Dipaola 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. Dipaola. 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:
- High Liver Enzymes
- ALT Blood Test
- AST Test
- Elevated ALT
- Elevated AST
- Abnormal liver function test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Portal hypertension
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- High Blood Pressure
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
- Hepatic illness
- Liver condition
- High blood pressure in the portal vein
- Liver portal pressure
- Elevated portal venous pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
- K769: Liver disease, unspecified
- K766: Portal hypertension
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Biliary Atresia
- Bile Duct Disease
- Birth Defects
- Blocked Bile Ducts at Birth
- Congenital Bile Duct Blockage
- Bile Duct Atresia
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q442: Atresia of bile ducts
Also known as:
- Bilirubin Metabolism Disorder
- Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
- Metabolic Disorder
- Dubin-Johnson syndrome
- Dubin-Johnson syndrome', 'Gilbert's syndrome
- Jaundice cause
- AAT Deficiency
- Alpha-1 Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E806: Other disorders of bilirubin metabolism
- E8801: Alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
Also known as:
- Alagille Syndrome
- Alagille-Watson Syndrome', 'Arteriohepatic Dysplasia', 'Alagille's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q4471: Alagille syndrome
Also known as:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Portal Vein Thrombosis
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- Liver Disease
- PVT
- Blood Clot in Liver Vein
- Hepatic Portal Vein Thrombosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I81: Portal vein thrombosis
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Dipaola perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Frank Dipaola may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dipaola's office.
Does Dr. Dipaola accept my insurance?
Dr. Dipaola accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 924-0123 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dipaola accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Dipaola in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Magellan Health Services
OptumRx
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dipaola's office located?
Dr. Frank Dipaola's Primary Practice
1204 W Main St Fl 3
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 924-0123
What is Dr. Dipaola's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dipaola's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477600336.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dipaola?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dipaola
What is Dr. Frank Dipaola's specialty?
Dr. Dipaola is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Charlottesville, VA. 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. Contact Dr. Dipaola to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Frank Dipaola affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dipaola is affiliated with Uva University Hospital 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 Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Frank Dipaola accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Frank Dipaola is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frank Dipaola offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dipaola's office at (434) 924-0123 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frank Dipaola?
Please contact Dr. Dipaola's office at (434) 924-0123 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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