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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Unnikrishnan, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Navneetha Unnikrishnan, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV. She is board certified. Dr. Unnikrishnan is fluent in English, Hindi, and Malayalam, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Unnikrishnan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Unnikrishnan’s office at (702) 791-0477.
What languages does Dr. Unnikrishnan speak?
Dr. Unnikrishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Malayalam
What conditions does Dr. Unnikrishnan treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Unnikrishnan 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. Unnikrishnan. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Upper stomach pain
- Pain in upper belly
- Epigastric discomfort
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1010: Upper abdominal pain, unspecified
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Slow Transit Constipation
- Constipation
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Chronic Constipation
- Sluggish Bowel
- Colonic Inertia
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5901: Slow transit constipation
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
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:
- Vomiting
- Vomiting Without Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Throwing Up Without Feeling Sick
- Sudden Vomiting
- Emisis without Nausea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R1111: Vomiting without nausea
Also known as:
- Malabsorption After Surgery
- After Surgery
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Postoperative Malabsorption
- Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
- Surgical Malabsorption
ICD-10 Codes:
- K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Chronic Pediatric Feeding Disorder
- Long-term Child Feeding Problem
- Chronic Infant Feeding Issue
- Persistent Pediatric Eating Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6332: Pediatric feeding disorder, chronic
Also known as:
- Nutritional Deficiency
- Malnutrition
- Nutrient Shortage
- Lack of Essential Nutrients
ICD-10 Codes:
- E639: Nutritional deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Gastrostomy Care
- Ostomy
- G-tube Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Stomach Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy
Which procedures does Dr. Unnikrishnan perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Navneetha Unnikrishnan 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. Unnikrishnan's office.
Does Dr. Unnikrishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Unnikrishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 791-0477 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Unnikrishnan accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Unnikrishnan in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Unnikrishnan's office located?
Dr. Navneetha Unnikrishnan's Primary Practice
3196 S Maryland Pkwy Ste 309
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 791-0477
What is Dr. Unnikrishnan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Unnikrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205199270.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Unnikrishnan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Unnikrishnan
What is Dr. Navneetha Unnikrishnan's specialty?
Dr. Unnikrishnan is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Las Vegas, NV. 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. Unnikrishnan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Navneetha Unnikrishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Unnikrishnan is affiliated with Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital 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 Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Navneetha Unnikrishnan accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Navneetha Unnikrishnan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Navneetha Unnikrishnan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Unnikrishnan's office at (702) 791-0477 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Navneetha Unnikrishnan?
Please contact Dr. Unnikrishnan's office at (702) 791-0477 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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