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Dr. Karim Benrajab, MD

Lexington, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benrajab, Gastroenterologist in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Karim Benrajab, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Benrajab is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benrajab’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benrajab’s office at (859) 323-0079.

    What languages does Dr. Benrajab speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Benrajab treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Benrajab 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. Benrajab. 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:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure
    • Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
    • Liver scarring with abdominal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
    • K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    What procedures does Dr. Benrajab perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Benrajab 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. Benrajab. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 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

    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

    Does Dr. Benrajab accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benrajab accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 323-0079 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benrajab accept in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Benrajab in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • OptumRx

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Benrajab's office located?

    Dr. Karim Benrajab's Primary Practice

    800 Rose St

    Lexington, KY 40536

    (859) 323-0079

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    Dr. Karim Benrajab's Practice 2

    740S N Limestone Ste D201

    Lexington, KY 40508

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

    Dr. Benrajab's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992146302.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benrajab?

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

    What is Dr. Karim Benrajab's specialty?

    Dr. Benrajab is a Gastroenterologist near Lexington, KY. 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. Benrajab to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karim Benrajab affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Benrajab is affiliated with UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Bethesda North Hospital, Kettering Health Hamilton, Kettering Health Dayton, Meadowview Regional Medical Center 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 Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Karim Benrajab accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Karim Benrajab is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karim Benrajab offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benrajab's office at (859) 323-0079 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karim Benrajab?

    Please contact Dr. Benrajab's office at (859) 323-0079 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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