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Dr. Ravishankar Ramamoorthy, MD

Toms River, NJ

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ramamoorthy, Gastroenterologist in Toms River, NJ?

    Dr. Ravishankar Ramamoorthy, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Toms River, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Ramamoorthy completed his residency at Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Gastroenterology; Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ramamoorthy is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramamoorthy’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramamoorthy’s office at (201) 343-7272.

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

    • Residency: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Gastroenterology; Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj

    Is Dr. Ramamoorthy board certified as a Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ravishankar Ramamoorthy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ramamoorthy speak?

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

    • English

    • Tamil

    What conditions does Dr. Ramamoorthy treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ramamoorthy 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. Ramamoorthy. 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:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    What procedures does Dr. Ramamoorthy perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ramamoorthy 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. Ramamoorthy. 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
    • 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:

    • EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound
    • EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
    • Colonoscopy with Injections
    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Upper GI Endoscopy with Ultrasound
    • EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound)
    • Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Ultrasound
    • Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
    • Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
    • EGD with Balloon Widening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample
    • Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
    • Rectum and Lower Colon Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 43237: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination limited to the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, and adjacent structures
    • 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
    • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Upper GI Endoscopy with Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • Ultrasound
    • EGD with EUS-FNA
    • Endoscopic Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Esophageal/Stomach Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43238: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided intramural or transmural fine needle aspiration/biopsy(s), (includes endoscopic ultrasound examination limited to the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, and adjacent structures)

    Also known as:

    • ERCP with Gallstone Removal
    • ERCP
    • Endoscopic Gallstone Removal
    • Biliary Duct Stone Removal
    • Pancreatic Duct Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 43264: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal of calculi/debris from biliary/pancreatic duct(s)

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Ultrasound (EUS)
    • EGD with endoscopic ultrasound
    • Esophageal ultrasound
    • Stomach ultrasound endoscopy
    • Duodenal ultrasound endoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43259: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination, including the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis

    Also known as:

    • ERCP with Bile or Pancreatic Duct Stent Removal
    • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography
    • Bile Duct Stent Removal
    • Pancreatic Duct Foreign Body Removal
    • ERCP Stone Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 43275: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal of foreign body(s) or stent(s) from biliary/pancreatic duct(s)

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Ultrasound and Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • Ultrasound
    • EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Transoral EUS-FNA
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43242: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided intramural or transmural fine needle aspiration/biopsy(s) (includes endoscopic ultrasound examination of the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis)

    Also known as:

    • Stopping Bleeding in Esophagus, Stomach, or Duodenum
    • EGD with Bleeding Control
    • Upper GI Endoscopy for Bleeding
    • Gastric Bleeding Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 43255: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with control of bleeding, any method

    Does Dr. Ramamoorthy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ramamoorthy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 343-7272 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ramamoorthy accept in Toms River, NJ?

    Dr. Ramamoorthy in Toms River, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Braven Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ramamoorthy's office located?

    Dr. Ravishankar Ramamoorthy's Primary Practice

    301 Lakehurst Rd

    Toms River, NJ 08755

    (201) 343-7272

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    Dr. Ravishankar Ramamoorthy's Practice 2

    1130 McBride Ave Fl 3

    Woodland Park, NJ 07424

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    Dr. Ravishankar Ramamoorthy's Practice 3

    159 Summit Ave

    Hackensack, NJ 07601

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

    Dr. Ramamoorthy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801942644.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramamoorthy?

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

    What is Dr. Ravishankar Ramamoorthy's specialty?

    Dr. Ramamoorthy is a Gastroenterologist near Toms River, NJ. 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. Ramamoorthy to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ravishankar Ramamoorthy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ramamoorthy is affiliated with Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, The Valley Hospital, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Holy Name 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

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    Is Ravishankar Ramamoorthy accepting new patients in Toms River, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Ravishankar Ramamoorthy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ravishankar Ramamoorthy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ramamoorthy's office at (201) 343-7272 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ravishankar Ramamoorthy?

    Please contact Dr. Ramamoorthy's office at (201) 343-7272 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ravishankar Ramamoorthy have?

    Dr. Ravishankar Ramamoorthy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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