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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yoo, Gastroenterologist in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Byung Soo Yoo, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Yoo is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yoo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yoo’s office at (757) 446-8920.
What languages does Dr. Yoo speak?
Dr. Yoo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Yoo typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Yoo 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. Yoo. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
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:
- Bleeding Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Diverticular Bleeding
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis with Bleeding
- GI Bleeding from Diverticula
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5731: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess with bleeding
Also known as:
- Bleeding Stomach Ulcer
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Peptic Ulcer
- Hemorrhaging Gastric Ulcer
- Stomach Ulcer with Bleeding
- Chronic Bleeding Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- K254: Chronic or unspecified gastric ulcer with hemorrhage
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Yoo typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Yoo 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. Yoo. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
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:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Yoo accept my insurance?
Dr. Yoo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 446-8920 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yoo accept in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Yoo in Silver Spring, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yoo's office located?
Dr. Byung Soo Yoo's Primary Practice
2415 Musgrove Rd Ste 109
Silver Spring, MD 20904
(757) 446-8920
What is Dr. Yoo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yoo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639664063.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yoo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yoo
What is Dr. Byung Soo Yoo's specialty?
Dr. Yoo is a Gastroenterologist near Silver Spring, MD.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Byung Soo Yoo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yoo is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center, Medstar Washington Hospital 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
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Is Byung Soo Yoo accepting new patients in Silver Spring, MD?
Yes, Dr. Byung Soo Yoo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Byung Soo Yoo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yoo's office at (757) 446-8920 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Byung Soo Yoo?
Please contact Dr. Yoo's office at (757) 446-8920 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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