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Dr. Ruben Colman, MD

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Colman, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Ruben Colman, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Colman is fluent in English, Dutch, and Flemish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Colman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colman’s office at (513) 636-8948.

    What languages does Dr. Colman speak?

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

    • Dutch

    • English

    • Flemish

    What conditions does Dr. Colman treat?

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

    • Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
    • Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
    • Crohn's Disease with Rectal Bleeding
    • Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine with Rectal Bleeding
    • Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
    • Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Panenteric Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
    • Regional Enteritis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Ileitis
    • Complicated Crohn's Disease', 'Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications', 'Panenteric Crohn's with Complications
    • Crohn's Disease with GI Bleeding', 'Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Bleeding', 'Panenteric Crohn's with Rectal Bleeding
    • Small Bowel Crohn's with Issues', 'Ileitis with Complications', 'Complicated Small Intestine Crohn's
    • Large Bowel Crohn's with Bloody Stool
    • Crohn's Colitis with Rectal Bleeding', 'GI Bleeding from Large Intestine Crohn's
    • Large Bowel Crohn's
    • Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
    • K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
    • K50818: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with other complication
    • K50811: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with rectal bleeding
    • K50819: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with unspecified complications
    • K50019: Crohn's disease of small intestine with unspecified complications
    • K50111: Crohn's disease of large intestine with rectal bleeding
    • K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications

    Also known as:

    • Ulcerative Pancolitis
    • Ulcerative Pancolitis with Rectal Bleeding
    • Ulcerative Colitis with Rectal Bleeding
    • Ulcerative Colitis
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Chronic Pancolitis
    • Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Chronic Pancolitis with Bloody Stool
    • Extensive Ulcerative Colitis with Rectal Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding from Pancolitis
    • UC with Bleeding
    • Bloody Stools from Colitis
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding with UC

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
    • K51011: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis with rectal bleeding
    • K51911: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified with rectal bleeding

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1033: Periumbilical pain

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, 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:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    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:

    • Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
    • Constipation
    • Functional Constipation
    • Unexplained Chronic Constipation
    • Long-Term Constipation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Colman perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?

    Does Dr. Colman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Colman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 636-8948 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Colman accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Colman in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • California Water Service Group

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Colman's office located?

    Dr. Ruben Colman's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (513) 636-8948

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    Dr. Ruben Colman's Practice 2

    3333 Burnet Ave

    Cincinnati, OH 45229

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

    Dr. Colman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942695234.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colman?

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

    What is Dr. Ruben Colman's specialty?

    Dr. Colman is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Palo Alto, CA. 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. Colman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ruben Colman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Colman is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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?

    Explore Pediatric Gastroenterologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Ruben Colman accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ruben Colman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruben Colman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Colman's office at (513) 636-8948 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ruben Colman?

    Please contact Dr. Colman's office at (513) 636-8948 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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