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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Black, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Macon, GA?
Dr. Katherine Black, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Macon, GA. Dr. Black is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Black’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Black’s office at (615) 322-3000.
What languages does Dr. Black speak?
Dr. Black and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Black typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Black 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. Black. 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:
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Constipation
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Black typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Black 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. Black. 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
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:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
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. Black accept my insurance?
Dr. Black accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Black accept in Macon, GA?
Dr. Black in Macon, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Black's office located?
Dr. Katherine Black's Primary Practice
1062 Forsyth St Ste 2E
Macon, GA 31201
(615) 322-3000
What hospitals are Dr. Black affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Black has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Piedmont Athens Regional,Athens, GA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Piedmont Athens Regional,Athens, GA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Piedmont Fayette Hospital,Fayetteville, GARanked Hernia Repair Surgery
Piedmont Fayette Hospital,Fayetteville, GA
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Childrens Egleston Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Childrens Egleston Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Childrens Hughes Spalding Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Childrens Hughes Spalding Hospital,Atlanta, GA
What is Dr. Black's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Black's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881056646.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Black?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Black
What is Dr. Katherine Black's specialty?
Dr. Black is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Macon, GA.
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 Dr. Katherine Black affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Black is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Fayette Hospital 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 Dr. Katherine Black accepting new patients in Macon, GA?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Black is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Black offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Black's office at (615) 322-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Katherine Black?
Please contact Dr. Black's office at (615) 322-3000 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Black's office located?
Dr. Black's office is located in Macon, GA.
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