Who is Dr. Pratt, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Anchorage, AK?
Dr. Charles Pratt, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Anchorage, AK with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified.
Dr. Pratt is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pratt’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pratt’s office at (907) 276-5517.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pratt?
Dr. Charles Pratt, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pratt empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Food Allergy, Nutrition, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Anchorage/AK community, Dr. Pratt is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Pratt board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Pratt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Pratt speak?
Dr. Pratt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Pratt treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Pratt 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. Pratt. 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:
Widespread Abdominal Pain
Abdominal Pain
General stomach pain
Overall belly pain
Diffuse abdominal pain
Stomach Ache
Belly Pain
Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
Constipation
Functional Constipation
Unexplained Chronic Constipation
Long-Term Constipation
Difficulty Passing Stool
Infrequent Bowel Movements
Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
Crohn's Disease
Crohn’s Disease
Panenteric Crohn's Disease
Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
Complicated Crohn's Disease', 'Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications', 'Panenteric Crohn's with Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
K50818: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with other complication
K50819: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with unspecified complications
Also known as:
Feeding Difficulties
Eating Problems
Swallowing Problems
Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
Vomiting
Nausea
Nausea and Vomiting
Throwing up
Emesis
Puking
Feeling Sick to Stomach
Queasiness
Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
R110: Nausea
Also known as:
Ulcerative Pancolitis with Rectal Bleeding
Ulcerative Pancolitis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Ulcerative Colitis
Chronic Pancolitis with Bloody Stool
Extensive Ulcerative Colitis with Rectal Bleeding
GI Bleeding from Pancolitis
Chronic Pancolitis
Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
ICD-10 Codes:
K51011: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis with rectal bleeding
K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
Also known as:
Celiac Disease
Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy
Sprue
Coeliac Disease
Gluten Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
K900: Celiac disease
Also known as:
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
EoE
Allergic Esophagitis
Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
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:
Diarrhea
Loose stools
Runny poop
Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
Swallowing Disorder
Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
Trouble Starting to Swallow
Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
Failure to Thrive in Children
Growth Disorder
Poor growth in children
Childhood growth problems
Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
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:
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. Pratt perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Pratt 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. Pratt. 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:
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:
Colonoscopy with Biopsy
Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
Flexible Colonoscopy
Colon Biopsy
Large Intestine Scope
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
Colon Polyp Removal
Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
Upper Endoscopy with Injections
Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
EGD with Balloon Widening
EGD with Submucosal Injections
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Injections
Stomach Scope with Medication
CPT Codes:
43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
43236: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
Also known as:
Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Replacement
Percutaneous GJ Tube Replacement
Feeding Tube Change (GJ)
GJ Tube Exchange
CPT Codes:
49452: Replacement of gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
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:
Swallowing Therapy
Dysphagia Treatment
Feeding Therapy
Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
Esophageal Balloon Distension Study
Esophageal distension test
Balloon provocation test
Esophageal pain study
CPT Codes:
91040: Esophageal balloon distension study, diagnostic, with provocation when performed
Also known as:
Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
Swallowing Function Test
Dysphagia Tests
Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
Dysphagia Evaluation
Oral Swallowing Assessment
Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
91038: Esophageal function test, gastroesophageal reflux test with nasal catheter intraluminal impedance electrode(s) placement, recording, analysis and interpretation; prolonged (greater than 1 hour, up to 24 hours)
Does Dr. Pratt accept my insurance?
Dr. Pratt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (907) 276-5517 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pratt accept in Anchorage, AK?
Dr. Pratt in Anchorage, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Pratt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pratt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417084229.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pratt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pratt
What is Dr. Charles Pratt's specialty?
Dr. Pratt is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Anchorage, AK.
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Pratt to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Charles Pratt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pratt is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital 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
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Is Charles Pratt accepting new patients in Anchorage, AK?
Yes, Dr. Charles Pratt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Pratt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pratt's office at (907) 276-5517 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Pratt?
Please contact Dr. Pratt's office at (907) 276-5517 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Pratt have?
Dr. Charles Pratt is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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