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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lal, Gastroenterologist in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Sunil Lal, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lal is fluent in English, Arabic, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lal’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lal’s office at (706) 650-7442.
Is Dr. Lal board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Sunil Lal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lal speak?
Dr. Lal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lal treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Lal 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. Lal. 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:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
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:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
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:
- 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
What procedures does Dr. Lal perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Lal 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. Lal. 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 Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Balloon Dilation
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Polyp Removal
- Hot Biopsy Colonoscopy
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Dilation
- Colon Dilation during Colonoscopy
- Endoscopic Balloon Dilation of Colon
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45384: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by hot biopsy forceps
- 45386: Colonoscopy, flexible; with transendoscopic balloon dilation
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 Esophageal Balloon Dilation
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Upper Endoscopy with Injections
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
- Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
- EGD with Balloon Widening
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
- EGD with Submucosal Injections
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Injections
- Stomach Scope with Medication
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 43236: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; 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)
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
- PEG Tube Placement
- Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
- EGD with Feeding Tube
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
CPT Codes:
- 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Stomach/Duodenum Dilation
- EGD with Dilation
- Esophageal Dilation
- Stomach Stricture Widening
- Duodenal Stricture Repair
CPT Codes:
- 43245: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with dilation of gastric/duodenal stricture(s) (eg, balloon, bougie)
Does Dr. Lal accept my insurance?
Dr. Lal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 650-7442 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lal accept in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Lal in Augusta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Georgia
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lal's office located?
Dr. Sunil Lal's Primary Practice
3623 J Dewey Gray Cir Ste 210
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 650-7442
What is Dr. Lal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952320236.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lal
What is Dr. Sunil Lal's specialty?
Dr. Lal is a Gastroenterologist near Augusta, GA. 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. Lal to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sunil Lal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lal is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital 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 Sunil Lal accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Sunil Lal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sunil Lal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lal's office at (706) 650-7442 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sunil Lal?
Please contact Dr. Lal's office at (706) 650-7442 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sunil Lal have?
Dr. Sunil Lal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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