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Dr. Christine Andrews, MD
Providence, RI
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Andrews, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Providence, RI?
Dr. Christine Andrews, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Andrews is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Andrews’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Andrews’s office at (401) 444-7574.
What languages does Dr. Andrews speak?
Dr. Andrews and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Andrews treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Andrews 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. Andrews. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R110: Nausea
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:
- Abdominal Bloating
- Gas
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Bloated Stomach
- Swollen Belly
- Gaseous Distension
ICD-10 Codes:
- R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Moderate Malnutrition
- Mild Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
- Moderate Underweight
- Mild Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Mild Nutritional Deficiency
- Slight Underweight
ICD-10 Codes:
- E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition
- E441: Mild protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
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:
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Involuntary Weight Loss
- Significant Weight Loss
- Unintentional Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R634: Abnormal weight loss
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
What procedures does Dr. Andrews perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Andrews 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. Andrews. 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:
- 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Andrews accept my insurance?
Dr. Andrews accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 444-7574 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Andrews accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Andrews in Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Community Health Options
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
USAA
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Where is Dr. Andrews' office located?
What is Dr. Andrews's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Andrews's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295255198.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Andrews?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Andrews
What is Dr. Christine Andrews's specialty?
Dr. Andrews is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Providence, RI. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Andrews to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christine Andrews affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Andrews is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Mid Coast 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 Christine Andrews accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Christine Andrews is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Andrews offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Andrews's office at (401) 444-7574 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Andrews?
Please contact Dr. Andrews's office at (401) 444-7574 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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