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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sarges, Gastroenterologist in Littleton, CO?
Dr. Philip Sarges, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Littleton, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sarges is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sarges’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sarges’s office at (303) 722-8987.
What languages does Dr. Sarges speak?
Dr. Sarges and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sarges treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sarges 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. Sarges. 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:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Other Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
- R1319: Other dysphagia
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD with Esophagitis
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Rectal Bleeding
- Vomiting Blood
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
- Hematemesis
- Bloody Vomit
- Upper GI Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
- K920: Hematemesis
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Left Upper Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- LUQ pain
- Pain in upper left stomach
- Left upper belly pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1012: Left upper quadrant pain
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:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Nausea
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
Also known as:
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Barrett's condition
- Esophageal metaplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
- Abnormal GI scan
- Unusual digestive imaging
- Digestive system imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
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
Which procedures does Dr. Sarges perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Philip Sarges may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sarges' office.
Does Dr. Sarges accept my insurance?
Dr. Sarges accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 722-8987 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sarges accept in Littleton, CO?
Dr. Sarges in Littleton, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
American Enterprise Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Colorado
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sarges' office located?
What is Dr. Sarges's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sarges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538393939.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sarges?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sarges
What is Dr. Philip Sarges's specialty?
Dr. Sarges is a Gastroenterologist near Littleton, 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. Sarges to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Philip Sarges affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sarges is affiliated with St. Mary's Regional Hospital - Intermountain Healthcare, Community Hospital - Grand Junction, Co 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 Philip Sarges accepting new patients in Littleton, CO?
Yes, Dr. Philip Sarges is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Philip Sarges offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sarges's office at (303) 722-8987 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Philip Sarges?
Please contact Dr. Sarges's office at (303) 722-8987 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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