Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ekanej, Gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Where did Dr. Ekanej go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UC Irvine Medical Center
Medical School: University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
Is Dr. Ekanej board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Amir Ekanej, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ekanej speak?
Dr. Ekanej and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Ekanej typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ekanej 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. Ekanej. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Ekanej typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ekanej 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. Ekanej. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
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:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Ekanej accept my insurance?
Dr. Ekanej accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 857-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ekanej accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Ekanej in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ekanej's office located?
Dr. Amir Ekanej's Primary Practice
6041 Cadillac Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(323) 857-2000
What hospitals are Dr. Ekanej affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Ekanej has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Ekanej's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ekanej's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639221096.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ekanej?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ekanej