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Who is Dr. Tipton, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Panorama City, CA?
Dr. James Tipton, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Panorama City, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tipton completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Tipton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tipton’s office at (818) 375-2000.
Where did Dr. Tipton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Pediatrics
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
Is Dr. Tipton board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. James Tipton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Tipton speak?
Dr. Tipton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tipton treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Tipton 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. Tipton. 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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis
- Hepatitis
- Long-term liver inflammation
- Persistent hepatitis
- Chronic liver infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K738: Other chronic hepatitis, not elsewhere classified
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
- Nausea
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
- R110: Nausea
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
Also known as:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Mixed Symptoms
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Spastic Colon
- Functional Bowel Disorder
- IBS
- IBS-M
- Spastic Colon with Mixed Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- K589: Irritable bowel syndrome, unspecified
- K582: Mixed irritable bowel syndrome
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Anorexia
- Eating Disorder
- Loss of appetite
- Lack of desire to eat
- Eating disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R630: Anorexia
Also known as:
- Celiac Disease
- Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy
- Sprue
- Coeliac Disease
- Gluten Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- K900: Celiac disease
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Which procedures does Dr. Tipton perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Tipton 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. Tipton's office.
Does Dr. Tipton accept my insurance?
Dr. Tipton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 375-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tipton accept in Panorama City, CA?
Dr. Tipton in Panorama City, 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
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
First Medical Health Plan
Kern Health Systems
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Where is Dr. Tipton's office located?
Dr. James Tipton's Primary Practice
13652 Cantara St
Panorama City, CA 91402
(818) 375-2000
What is Dr. Tipton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tipton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528116498.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tipton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tipton
What is Dr. James Tipton's specialty?
Dr. Tipton is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Panorama City, CA. 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. Tipton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Tipton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tipton is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Mercy Hospital Downtown 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is James Tipton accepting new patients in Panorama City, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Tipton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Tipton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tipton's office at (818) 375-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Tipton?
Please contact Dr. Tipton's office at (818) 375-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Tipton have?
Dr. James Tipton is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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