Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Syal, Gastroenterologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Gaurav Syal, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Syal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Syal’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Syal’s office at (310) 423-4100.
What languages does Dr. Syal speak?
Dr. Syal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Syal treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Syal 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. Syal. 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:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Ulcerative Pancolitis with Rectal Bleeding
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Pancolitis with Bloody Stool
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis with Rectal Bleeding
- GI Bleeding from Pancolitis
- Colitis
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
- K51011: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis with rectal bleeding
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
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:
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine with Bowel Blockage
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
- Crohn's Disease
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Crohn’s Disease
- Small Bowel Crohn's with Obstruction', 'Ileitis with Intestinal Blockage', 'Bowel Obstruction from Crohn's
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K50012: Crohn's disease of small intestine with intestinal obstruction
- K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Syal perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Syal 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. Syal. 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
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- 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
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
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
- 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:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Endoscopy and Biopsy of Small Intestine Pouch
- Kock pouch endoscopy
- Ileal reservoir evaluation
- Small bowel pouch biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 44386: Endoscopic evaluation of small intestinal pouch (eg, Kock pouch, ileal reservoir [S or J]); with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Syal accept my insurance?
Dr. Syal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Syal accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Syal in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Cigna
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Syal's office located?
Dr. Gaurav Syal's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 423-4100
What is Dr. Syal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Syal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164739330.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Syal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Syal
What is Dr. Gaurav Syal's specialty?
Dr. Syal is a Gastroenterologist near Santa Monica, CA. 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. Syal to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gaurav Syal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Syal is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health, UCLA Santa Monica 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 Gaurav Syal accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gaurav Syal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gaurav Syal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Syal's office at (310) 423-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gaurav Syal?
Please contact Dr. Syal's office at (310) 423-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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