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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ortiz, Gastroenterologist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Vivian Ortiz, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ortiz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ortiz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ortiz’s office at (203) 688-5555.
What languages does Dr. Ortiz speak?
Dr. Ortiz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ortiz treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ortiz 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. Ortiz. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Liver Disease
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- Hepatic illness
- Liver condition
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K769: Liver disease, unspecified
- R188: Other ascites
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Which procedures does Dr. Ortiz perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Vivian Ortiz 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. Ortiz's office.
Does Dr. Ortiz accept my insurance?
Dr. Ortiz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 688-5555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ortiz accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Ortiz in Saint Louis, MO 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
Molina
Mutual of Omaha
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Ortiz's office located?
Dr. Vivian Ortiz's Primary Practice
1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz
Saint Louis, MO 63110
(203) 688-5555
What is Dr. Ortiz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ortiz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083060701.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ortiz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ortiz
What is Dr. Vivian Ortiz's specialty?
Dr. Ortiz is a Gastroenterologist near Saint Louis, MO. 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. Ortiz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vivian Ortiz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ortiz is affiliated with Fitzgibbon 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
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Is Vivian Ortiz accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Vivian Ortiz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vivian Ortiz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ortiz's office at (203) 688-5555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vivian Ortiz?
Please contact Dr. Ortiz's office at (203) 688-5555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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