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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zwiener, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Russell Zwiener, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Zwiener is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zwiener’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zwiener’s office at (504) 896-9534.
What languages does Dr. Zwiener speak?
Dr. Zwiener and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Zwiener treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Zwiener 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. Zwiener. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
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:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Large Bowel Crohn's
- Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
Which procedures does Dr. Zwiener perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Russell Zwiener 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. Zwiener's office.
Does Dr. Zwiener accept my insurance?
Dr. Zwiener accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 896-9534 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zwiener accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Zwiener in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Independence Blue Cross
Medicaid
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zwiener's office located?
Dr. Russell Zwiener's Primary Practice
200 Henry Clay Ave
New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 896-9534
What is Dr. Zwiener's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zwiener's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194012187.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zwiener?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zwiener
What is Dr. Russell Zwiener's specialty?
Dr. Zwiener is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near New Orleans, LA. 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. Zwiener to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Russell Zwiener affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zwiener is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Russell Zwiener accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Russell Zwiener is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Russell Zwiener offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zwiener's office at (504) 896-9534 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Russell Zwiener?
Please contact Dr. Zwiener's office at (504) 896-9534 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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