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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Agbim, Gastroenterologist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Uchenna Agbim, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Agbim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Agbim’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Agbim’s office at (901) 516-9183.
What languages does Dr. Agbim speak?
Dr. Agbim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Agbim typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Agbim 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. Agbim. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
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
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Agbim typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Agbim 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. Agbim. 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 here.
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:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Agbim accept my insurance?
Dr. Agbim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 516-9183 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Agbim accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Agbim in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Agbim's office located?
Dr. Uchenna Agbim's Primary Practice
1201 S Grand Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(901) 516-9183
What is Dr. Agbim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Agbim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649505124.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Agbim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Agbim
What is Dr. Uchenna Agbim's specialty?
Dr. Agbim is a Gastroenterologist near Saint Louis, MO.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Uchenna Agbim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Agbim is affiliated with Anderson Hospital, Mercy Hospital Southeast, Hshs St. Elizabeth's Hospital, Springfield Memorial Hospital, Ssm Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles, Mercy Hospital St. Louis 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 Uchenna Agbim accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Uchenna Agbim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Uchenna Agbim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Agbim's office at (901) 516-9183 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Uchenna Agbim?
Please contact Dr. Agbim's office at (901) 516-9183 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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