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Dr. Anshu Maheshwari, MD

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Maheshwari, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Anshu Maheshwari, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Maheshwari is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Maheshwari’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Maheshwari’s office at (210) 704-4100.

    What languages does Dr. Maheshwari speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Maheshwari treat?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Maheshwari 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. Maheshwari. 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:

    • Constipation
    • Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
    • Outlet Dysfunction Constipation
    • Slow Transit Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools
    • Functional Constipation
    • Unexplained Chronic Constipation
    • Long-Term Constipation
    • Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Constipation
    • Dyssynergic Defecation
    • Obstructed Defecation
    • Chronic Constipation
    • Sluggish Bowel
    • Colonic Inertia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified
    • K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
    • K5909: Other constipation
    • K5902: Outlet dysfunction constipation
    • K5901: Slow transit constipation

    Also known as:

    • Belly Button Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Pain around navel
    • Periumbilical discomfort
    • Umbilical pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1033: Periumbilical pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    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:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea
    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick to Stomach
    • Queasiness
    • Upset Stomach
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R110: Nausea
    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy
    • Ostomy
    • Feeding Tube Opening
    • Stomach Stoma
    • G-tube

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z931: Gastrostomy status

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    Also known as:

    • Celiac Disease
    • Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy
    • Sprue
    • Coeliac Disease
    • Gluten Intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K900: Celiac disease

    Also known as:

    • Anal Spasm
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Spasm
    • Proctalgia Fugax
    • Anal Muscle Spasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K594: Anal spasm

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Anal Fissure
    • Anal Disorder
    • Long-Term Anal Tear
    • Persistent Rectal Fissure
    • Chronic Fissure in Anus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K601: Chronic anal fissure

    What procedures does Dr. Maheshwari perform?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Maheshwari 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. Maheshwari. 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:

    • 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:

    • Anal Sphincter Nerve Block
    • Internal Anal Sphincter Chemodenervation
    • Anal Sphincter Injection
    • Botox for Anal Fissure
    • Chemical Denervation of Anal Muscle

    CPT Codes:

    • 46505: Chemodenervation of internal anal sphincter

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Fecal Impaction or Foreign Body Under Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Fecal Impaction Extraction
    • Rectal Foreign Body Removal
    • Anesthetized Bowel Clearance

    CPT Codes:

    • 45915: Removal of fecal impaction or foreign body (separate procedure) under anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Maheshwari accept my insurance?

    Dr. Maheshwari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 704-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Maheshwari accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Maheshwari in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Community First Health Plans

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Driscoll Health Plan

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • State of Illinois

    • Tria Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Maheshwari's office located?

    Dr. Anshu Maheshwari's Primary Practice

    333 N Santa Rosa

    San Antonio, TX 78207

    (210) 704-4100

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    Dr. Anshu Maheshwari's Practice 2

    2500 N State St

    Jackson, MS 39216

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    Dr. Anshu Maheshwari's Practice 3

    1 Illini Dr

    Peoria, IL 61605

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

    Dr. Maheshwari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871896571.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Maheshwari?

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

    What is Dr. Anshu Maheshwari's specialty?

    Dr. Maheshwari is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near San Antonio, TX. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Maheshwari to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Anshu Maheshwari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Maheshwari is affiliated with UW Health SwedishAmerican Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, University Hospital-San Antonio, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels 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 Anshu Maheshwari accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Anshu Maheshwari is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anshu Maheshwari offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Maheshwari's office at (210) 704-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Anshu Maheshwari?

    Please contact Dr. Maheshwari's office at (210) 704-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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