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Dr. Brian Rutledge, MD

Harlingen, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rutledge, Gastroenterologist in Harlingen, TX?

    Dr. Brian Rutledge, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Harlingen, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Rutledge is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rutledge’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rutledge’s office at (956) 365-4400.

    What languages does Dr. Rutledge speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Rutledge treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Rutledge 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. Rutledge. 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:

    • 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:

    • Heartburn
    • Acid Reflux
    • Indigestion
    • GERD Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R12: Heartburn

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    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:

    • Abdominal Bloating
    • Gas
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Bloated Stomach
    • Swollen Belly
    • Gaseous Distension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

    Also known as:

    • Benign Colon Polyp
    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Disease
    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Non-cancerous colon growth
    • Colon adenoma
    • Benign colon tumor
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D126: Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified
    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
    • Constipation
    • Functional Constipation
    • Unexplained Chronic Constipation
    • Long-Term Constipation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Change in Bowel Habits
    • Bowel Movement
    • Altered Bowel Habits
    • Irregular Bowel Movements
    • Changes in Pooping

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R194: Change in bowel habit

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Liver Function Test
    • Liver Disease
    • Irregular Liver Function Study
    • Unusual Liver Exam
    • Liver Disease Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R945: Abnormal results of liver function studies

    Also known as:

    • Non-cancerous Rectum Growth
    • Benign Tumor
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Benign rectal tumor
    • Rectal neoplasm
    • Non-malignant rectal mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D128: Benign neoplasm of rectum

    Does Dr. Rutledge accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rutledge accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 365-4400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rutledge accept in Harlingen, TX?

    Dr. Rutledge in Harlingen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Prominence Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rutledge's office located?

    Dr. Brian Rutledge's Primary Practice

    512 Victoria Ln Ste 2

    Harlingen, TX 78550

    (956) 365-4400

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    Dr. Brian Rutledge's Practice 2

    533 Pecan Blvd

    McAllen, TX 78501

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    Dr. Brian Rutledge's Practice 3

    720 N 77 Sunshine Strip

    Harlingen, TX 78550

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

    Dr. Rutledge's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245658202.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rutledge?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Rutledge's specialty?

    Dr. Rutledge is a Gastroenterologist near Harlingen, TX. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Rutledge to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brian Rutledge affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rutledge is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center — Harlingen, Valley Regional Medical Center, Dhr Health 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

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    Is Brian Rutledge accepting new patients in Harlingen, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Rutledge is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Rutledge offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rutledge's office at (956) 365-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Rutledge?

    Please contact Dr. Rutledge's office at (956) 365-4400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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