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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Becker, Gastroenterologist in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Laren Becker, MD, PHD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Pleasanton, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Becker graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Becker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Becker’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Becker’s office at (617) 290-2081.
Where did Dr. Becker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Becker board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Laren Becker, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Becker speak?
Dr. Becker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Becker treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Becker 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. Becker. 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:
- 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:
- Constipation
- Outlet Dysfunction Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
- Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Constipation
- Dyssynergic Defecation
- Obstructed Defecation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5902: Outlet dysfunction constipation
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Condition
- Duodenal Condition
- Digestive System Problem
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K319: Disease of stomach and duodenum, unspecified
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- IBS-D
- Diarrhea-Predominant IBS
- Spastic Colon with Diarrhea
- IBS-C
- Constipation-Predominant IBS
- Spastic Colon with Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K580: Irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea
- K581: Irritable bowel syndrome with constipation
Also known as:
- Benign Descending Colon Polyp
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous descending colon growth
- Descending colon adenoma
- Descending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D124: Benign neoplasm of descending colon
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Colonic Polyps
- Digestive Disease
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Becker perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Laren Becker 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. Becker's office.
Does Dr. Becker accept my insurance?
Dr. Becker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 290-2081 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Becker accept in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Becker in Pleasanton, 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
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Becker's office located?
Dr. Laren Becker's Primary Practice
5555 W Las Positas Blvd
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(617) 290-2081
What is Dr. Becker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Becker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043331283.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Becker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Becker
What is Dr. Laren Becker's specialty?
Dr. Becker is a Gastroenterologist near Pleasanton, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Becker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Laren Becker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Becker 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 Gastroenterologist?
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Is Laren Becker accepting new patients in Pleasanton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Laren Becker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laren Becker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Becker's office at (617) 290-2081 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laren Becker?
Please contact Dr. Becker's office at (617) 290-2081 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laren Becker have?
Dr. Laren Becker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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