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Who is Dr. Shivaprasad, Gastroenterologist in Toms River, NJ?
Dr. Punitha Shivaprasad, DO is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Toms River, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Shivaprasad is fluent in English, Georgian, and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shivaprasad’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shivaprasad’s office.
What languages does Dr. Shivaprasad speak?
Dr. Shivaprasad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Georgian
Kannada
What conditions does Dr. Shivaprasad treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Shivaprasad 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. Shivaprasad. 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:
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Disease
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
- Gastric Polyp
- Duodenal Polyp
- Stomach Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
- K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Other Specific Bile Duct and Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallbladder Disease
- Specific Biliary Disorders
- Named Bile Duct Conditions
- Other Defined Biliary Diseases
ICD-10 Codes:
- K838: Other specified diseases of biliary tract
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:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
- Abnormal Liver or Bile Duct Imaging
- Abnormal GI scan
- Unusual digestive imaging
- Digestive system imaging findings
- Abnormal liver scan
- Unusual bile duct imaging
- Liver imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract
- R932: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of liver and biliary tract
Also known as:
- Medical Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Device Fitting
- Prosthetic Adjustment
- Orthotic Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4689: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other specified devices
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Device Fitting and Adjustment
- GI Appliance Fitting
- Digestive Device Adjustment
- Enteral Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4659: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other gastrointestinal appliance and device
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:
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
- Acute Pancreas Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
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:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Other Esophagus Condition
- Esophagus Disorder
- Various esophageal diseases
- Miscellaneous esophagus problems
- Other food pipe issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus
Which procedures does Dr. Shivaprasad perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Punitha Shivaprasad 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. Shivaprasad's office.
Does Dr. Shivaprasad accept my insurance?
Dr. Shivaprasad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shivaprasad accept in Toms River, NJ?
Dr. Shivaprasad in Toms River, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shivaprasad's office located?
What is Dr. Shivaprasad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shivaprasad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609111699.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shivaprasad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shivaprasad
What is Dr. Punitha Shivaprasad's specialty?
Dr. Shivaprasad is a Gastroenterologist near Toms River, NJ. 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. Shivaprasad to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Punitha Shivaprasad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shivaprasad is affiliated with Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital, Virtua Voorhees 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 Punitha Shivaprasad accepting new patients in Toms River, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Punitha Shivaprasad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Punitha Shivaprasad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shivaprasad's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Punitha Shivaprasad?
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