Who is Dr. Ram, Gastroenterologist in Crystal River, FL?
Where did Dr. Ram go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Luke'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Internal Medicine; Cleveland Clinic Fndn, General Surgery | St Luke's Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va | University of Virginia Medical School
What languages does Dr. Ram speak?
Dr. Ram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Hindi
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Ram typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ram 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. Ram. 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 Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
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:
- History of Adenomatous and Serrated Colon Polyps
- Past Colon Polyps
- Previous Adenomas
- History of Precancerous Colon Growths
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z860101: Personal history of adenomatous and serrated colon polyps
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Ram typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ram 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. Ram. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
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:
- Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Esophageal Dilation
- EGD with Dilation
- Upper Endoscopy with Widening
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
- EGD with Polypectomy
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
- Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
- 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Does Dr. Ram accept my insurance?
Dr. Ram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 563-2450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ram accept in Crystal River, FL?
Dr. Ram in Crystal River, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Broward Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Healthcare Advantage
Humana
Medicare
Ultimate Healthcare Holdings
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ram's office located?
Gastroenterology Associates
6410 W Gulf To Lake Hwy
Crystal River, FL 34429
(352) 563-2450
What hospitals are Dr. Ram affiliated with?
Dr. Ram has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Ram's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346272549.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ram?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ram