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Dr. David Gatof, MD

Dr. David Gatof, MD

Longmont, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gatof, Gastroenterologist in Longmont, CO?

    Dr. David Gatof, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Longmont, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gatof completed his residency at Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gatof is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gatof’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gatof’s office at (303) 604-5000.

    Where did Dr. Gatof go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | University Of Co School Of Med

    • Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville

    Is Dr. Gatof board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. David Gatof, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gatof speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gatof treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Gatof 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. Gatof. 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:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
    • Z860100: Personal history of colon polyps, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Descending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous descending colon growth
    • Descending colon adenoma
    • Descending colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D124: Benign neoplasm of descending colon

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heartburn
    • Acid Reflux
    • Indigestion
    • GERD Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R12: Heartburn

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    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:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    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:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    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:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    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

    Does Dr. Gatof accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gatof accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 604-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gatof accept in Longmont, CO?

    Dr. Gatof in Longmont, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • IHC / SelectHealth

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of Colorado

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gatof's office located?

    Dr. David Gatof's Primary Practice

    1551 Professional Ln Unit 290

    Longmont, CO 80501

    (303) 604-5000

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    Dr. David Gatof's Practice 2

    1000 W South Boulder Rd Ste 200

    Lafayette, CO 80026

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    Dr. David Gatof's Practice 3

    1755 48th St Ste 100

    Boulder, CO 80301

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

    Dr. Gatof's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881613305.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gatof?

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

    What is Dr. David Gatof's specialty?

    Dr. Gatof is a Gastroenterologist near Longmont, CO. 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. Gatof to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Gatof affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gatof is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital - Intermountain Healthcare which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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?

    Explore Gastroenterologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is David Gatof accepting new patients in Longmont, CO?

    Yes, Dr. David Gatof is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Gatof offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gatof's office at (303) 604-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Gatof?

    Please contact Dr. Gatof's office at (303) 604-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Gatof have?

    Dr. David Gatof is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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