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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. Dr. Unnikrishnan is fluent in English, Hindi, and Malayalam, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Unnikrishnan’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Unnikrishnan typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Unnikrishnan typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Unnikrishnan 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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. 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
Cigna Group
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CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
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.
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
When to see a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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