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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Barsten, Gastroenterologist in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Kristina Barsten, DO is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Barsten is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barsten’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barsten’s office at (336) 716-2011.
What languages does Dr. Barsten speak?
Dr. Barsten and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Barsten treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Barsten 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. Barsten. 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:
- 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:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
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:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- History of Adenomatous and Serrated Colon Polyps
- Past Colon Polyps
- Previous Adenomas
- History of Precancerous Colon Growths
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z860101: Personal history of adenomatous and serrated colon polyps
Which procedures does Dr. Barsten perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kristina Barsten 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. Barsten's office.
Does Dr. Barsten accept my insurance?
Dr. Barsten accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 716-2011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barsten accept in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Barsten in Virginia Beach, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Barsten's office located?
Dr. Kristina Barsten's Primary Practice
1925 Glenn Mitchell Dr Ste 102
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(336) 716-2011
What is Dr. Barsten's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barsten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386008472.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barsten?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barsten
What is Dr. Kristina Barsten's specialty?
Dr. Barsten is a Gastroenterologist near Virginia Beach, VA. 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. Barsten to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kristina Barsten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Barsten is affiliated with Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General 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 Kristina Barsten accepting new patients in Virginia Beach, VA?
Yes, Dr. Kristina Barsten is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristina Barsten offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barsten's office at (336) 716-2011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristina Barsten?
Please contact Dr. Barsten's office at (336) 716-2011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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