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Dr. Avesh Thuluvath, MD

Dr. Avesh Thuluvath, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thuluvath, Transplant Hepatologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Avesh J. Thuluvath is a transplant hepatologist and physician-scientist with expertise in caring for patients with liver disease. Dr. Thuluvath specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of viral hepatitis, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, alcohol-associated liver disease and autoimmune liver diseases. He has additional expertise in the care of patients before and after liver transplantation. Dr. Thuluvath's clinical practice is centered on delivering high quality, personalized and patient-centered care for those with liver disease. Prior to joining the faculty at Columbia University Medical Center, Dr. Thuluvath completed his Gastroenterology and Transplant Hepatology training at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. His additional research training includes an NIH post-doctoral fellowship in liver transplant outcomes research and a Masters in Clinical Investigation. Dr. Thuluvath's research focuses on further elucidating the pathophysiology of frailty and sarcopenia in cirrhosis, with the ultimate goal of developing patient-centered interventions to optimize physical conditioning before liver transplantation.

    What languages does Dr. Thuluvath speak?

    Dr. Thuluvath and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Thuluvath treat?

    As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Thuluvath 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. Thuluvath. 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:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis
    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
    • Primary biliary cholangitis
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Cryptogenic cirrhosis
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Primary Biliary Cholangitis (Primary Biliary Cirrhosis)
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
    • End-stage alcoholic liver disease
    • Severe alcoholic liver scarring
    • Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
    • Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
    • Primary biliary cirrhosis
    • PBC
    • Autoimmune bile duct disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
    • K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
    • K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
    • K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
    • K743: Primary biliary cirrhosis

    Also known as:

    • Immune Deficiency from Drugs
    • Drug-Induced Immunodeficiency
    • Medication-Caused Immune Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D84821: Immunodeficiency due to drugs

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Fluid in Abdomen
    • Other specified liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis
    • Ascites
    • Abdominal fluid buildup
    • Peritoneal fluid
    • Uncommon liver conditions
    • Rare liver diseases
    • Specific liver disorders
    • Hepatic illness
    • Liver condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
    • R188: Other ascites
    • K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
    • K769: Liver disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Liver Enzymes
    • ALT Blood Test
    • AST Test
    • Elevated ALT
    • Elevated AST
    • Abnormal liver function test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
    • Unspecified high enzymes
    • Various enzyme abnormalities
    • Abnormal serum enzyme levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes

    Also known as:

    • Autoimmune hepatitis
    • Autoimmune Disease
    • Hepatitis
    • Autoimmune Hepatitis
    • AIH
    • Autoimmune liver disease
    • Chronic autoimmune hepatitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K754: Autoimmune hepatitis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Hepatitis B
    • Hepatitis B
    • Long-term Hepatitis B
    • Persistent Hepatitis B
    • Hep B

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent

    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:

    • Abnormal Liver or Bile Duct Imaging
    • Abnormal liver scan
    • Unusual bile duct imaging
    • Liver imaging findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R932: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of liver and biliary tract

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    What procedures does Dr. Thuluvath perform?

    As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Thuluvath 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. Thuluvath. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Thuluvath accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thuluvath accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thuluvath accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Thuluvath in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Centene

    • Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Thuluvath's office located?

    CUIMC/Presbyterian Hospital and Vanderbilt Clinic

    CUIMC/Presbyterian Hospital and Vanderbilt Clinic

    622 West 168th Street

    Floor Ph14

    New York, NY 10032

    (917) 300-0553

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    What is Dr. Thuluvath's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Thuluvath's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417348285.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thuluvath?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thuluvath

    What is Dr. Avesh Thuluvath's specialty?

    Dr. Thuluvath is a Transplant Hepatologist near New York, NY. An internist with specialized knowledge and skills in gastroenterology, focusing on the comprehensive care of patients before and after liver transplantation, across all phases of the transplant process. The selection of suitable transplant candidates involves a multidisciplinary team experienced in assessing the severity and prognosis of liver disease to ensure optimal outcomes. Contact Dr. Thuluvath to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Avesh Thuluvath affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thuluvath is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell 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

    Where can I learn more about Transplant Hepatologist?

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    Is Avesh Thuluvath accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Avesh Thuluvath is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Avesh Thuluvath offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thuluvath's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Avesh Thuluvath?

    Please contact Dr. Thuluvath's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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