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Dr. Elana Mitchel, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mitchel, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Elana Mitchel, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mitchel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mitchel’s office at (215) 590-1220.

    What languages does Dr. Mitchel speak?

    Dr. Mitchel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mitchel treat?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Mitchel 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. Mitchel. 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:

    • Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
    • Constipation
    • Functional Constipation
    • Unexplained Chronic Constipation
    • Long-Term Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
    • K5909: Other constipation

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Belly Button Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Pain around navel
    • Periumbilical discomfort
    • Umbilical pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R1033: Periumbilical pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
    • Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Regional Enteritis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Terminal Ileitis
    • Ileitis
    • Panenteric Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
    • K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
    • K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications

    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:

    • 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:

    • Feeding Difficulties
    • Eating Problems
    • Swallowing Problems
    • Unspecified Feeding Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified

    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:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Unexplained Weight Loss
    • Involuntary Weight Loss
    • Significant Weight Loss
    • Unintentional Weight Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R634: Abnormal weight loss

    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:

    • Gastrostomy
    • Ostomy
    • Feeding Tube Opening
    • Stomach Stoma
    • G-tube

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z931: Gastrostomy status

    What procedures does Dr. Mitchel perform?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Mitchel 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. Mitchel. 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:

    • 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:

    • Small Intestine Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Enteroscopy with Biopsy
    • Small Bowel Endoscopy
    • Intestinal Biopsy (Endoscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 44361: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, not including ileum; 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. Mitchel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mitchel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 590-1220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mitchel accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Mitchel in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

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    Where is Dr. Mitchel's office located?

    Dr. Elana Mitchel's Primary Practice

    3401 Civic Center Blvd Rm 55

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (215) 590-1220

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    Dr. Elana Mitchel's Practice 2

    34 Th & Civic Center Boulevard

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

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    What is Dr. Mitchel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Mitchel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972914612.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mitchel?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mitchel

    What is Dr. Elana Mitchel's specialty?

    Dr. Mitchel is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Mitchel to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Elana Mitchel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mitchel is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital, Paoli Hospital 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 Elana Mitchel accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Elana Mitchel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elana Mitchel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mitchel's office at (215) 590-1220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Elana Mitchel?

    Please contact Dr. Mitchel's office at (215) 590-1220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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