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Who is Dr. Porayette, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Loma Linda, CA?
Dr. Prashanth Porayette, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Loma Linda, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Porayette graduated from Pramukhswami Medical College and completed his residency at Indiana University School of Medicine Program. Dr. Porayette is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porayette’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porayette’s office at (217) 545-8000.
Where did Dr. Porayette go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Indiana University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Pramukhswami Medical College
What languages does Dr. Porayette speak?
Dr. Porayette and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Porayette typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Porayette 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. Porayette. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Upper stomach pain
- Pain in upper belly
- Epigastric discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1010: Upper abdominal pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Porayette typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Porayette 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. Porayette. 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:
- Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
- G-tube Change
- Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
- Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract
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
Also known as:
- Stomach Tube Placement and Fluid Removal
- Gastric Intubation and Aspiration
- Stomach Lavage
- Therapeutic Gastric Suction
CPT Codes:
- 43753: Gastric intubation and aspiration(s) therapeutic, necessitating physician's skill (eg, for gastrointestinal hemorrhage), including lavage if performed
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Does Dr. Porayette accept my insurance?
Dr. Porayette accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 545-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Porayette accept in Loma Linda, CA?
Dr. Porayette in Loma Linda, 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
AlphaCare
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire Health Plan
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Porayette's office located?
Dr. Prashanth Porayette's Primary Practice
25845 Barton Rd Ste F
Loma Linda, CA 92354
(217) 545-8000
What is Dr. Porayette's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Porayette's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841425568.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Porayette?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Porayette
What is Dr. Prashanth Porayette's specialty?
Dr. Porayette is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Loma Linda, 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. Prashanth Porayette affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Porayette is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Loma Linda University Childrens Hospital, Loma Linda University Medical Center, Choc Hospital Main Campus - Orange, Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta. 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
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Is Prashanth Porayette accepting new patients in Loma Linda, CA?
Yes, Dr. Prashanth Porayette is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Prashanth Porayette offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Porayette's office at (217) 545-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Prashanth Porayette?
Please contact Dr. Porayette's office at (217) 545-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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