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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rajala, Gastroenterologist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Michael Rajala, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Rajala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rajala’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rajala’s office.
Is Dr. Rajala board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Rajala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rajala speak?
Dr. Rajala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rajala treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Rajala 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. Rajala. 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:
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Pancreatic Disease
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
Also known as:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Other Bile Duct Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
- Miscellaneous Cholangitis
- Unspecified Bile Duct Infection
- Other Types of Cholangitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
- K8309: Other cholangitis
Also known as:
- Chronic Pancreatitis
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Acute Necrotizing Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Hereditary pancreatitis
- Long-Term Pancreas Inflammation
- Ongoing Pancreatitis
- Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
- Acute Pancreas Attack
- Pancreas Tissue Death
- Necrotic Pancreatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K861: Other chronic pancreatitis
- K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
- K8591: Acute pancreatitis with uninfected necrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Benign Duodenum Tumor
- Benign Bile Duct Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bile Duct Disease
- Non-cancerous duodenum growth
- Duodenal adenoma
- Duodenum benign neoplasm
- Non-cancerous bile duct growth
- Bile duct adenoma
- Extrahepatic bile duct neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D132: Benign neoplasm of duodenum
- D135: Benign neoplasm of extrahepatic bile ducts
Also known as:
- Medical Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Device Fitting
- Prosthetic Adjustment
- Orthotic Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4689: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other specified devices
Also known as:
- Narrowing of Stomach Outlet in Adults
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Adult Pyloric Stenosis
- Thickened Pylorus in Adults
- Stomach Exit Narrowing
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K311: Adult hypertrophic pyloric stenosis
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
- Abnormal GI scan
- Unusual digestive imaging
- Digestive system imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract
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:
- Other Specific Bile Duct and Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallbladder Disease
- Specific Biliary Disorders
- Named Bile Duct Conditions
- Other Defined Biliary Diseases
ICD-10 Codes:
- K838: Other specified diseases of biliary tract
Also known as:
- After Surgery
- Digestive Disease
- Postoperative Digestive Disorders
- Other GI Complications Post-Op
- Problems After Digestive Procedure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K9189: Other postprocedural complications and disorders of digestive system
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Rajala perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Rajala 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. Rajala's office.
Does Dr. Rajala accept my insurance?
Dr. Rajala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rajala accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Rajala in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rajala's office located?
What is Dr. Rajala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rajala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821110040.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rajala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rajala
What is Dr. Michael Rajala's specialty?
Dr. Rajala is a Gastroenterologist near Charleston, SC. 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. Rajala to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Rajala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rajala is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center 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 Michael Rajala accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Michael Rajala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Rajala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rajala's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Rajala?
Please contact Dr. Rajala's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Rajala have?
Dr. Michael Rajala is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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