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Who is Dr. Santhanam, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Prathipa Santhanam, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Santhanam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santhanam’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santhanam’s office at (919) 445-2334.
What languages does Dr. Santhanam speak?
Dr. Santhanam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Santhanam treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Santhanam 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. Santhanam. 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
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Nausea
- CVS
- Recurrent vomiting
- Periodic vomiting
- 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:
- R1115: Cyclical vomiting syndrome unrelated to migraine
- 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:
- 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:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Which procedures does Dr. Santhanam perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Prathipa Santhanam 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. Santhanam's office.
Does Dr. Santhanam accept my insurance?
Dr. Santhanam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 445-2334 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santhanam accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Santhanam in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Santhanam's office located?
Dr. Prathipa Santhanam's Primary Practice
8200 Constantin Blvd Fl 4
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(919) 445-2334
What is Dr. Santhanam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santhanam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609229947.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santhanam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santhanam
What is Dr. Prathipa Santhanam's specialty?
Dr. Santhanam is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Baton Rouge, LA. 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. Santhanam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Prathipa Santhanam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Santhanam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Prathipa Santhanam accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Prathipa Santhanam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Prathipa Santhanam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santhanam's office at (919) 445-2334 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Prathipa Santhanam?
Please contact Dr. Santhanam's office at (919) 445-2334 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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