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Who is Dr. Rea, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Jennifer Rea, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Rea is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rea’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rea’s office at (859) 278-6031.
Is Dr. Rea board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Rea, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Rea speak?
Dr. Rea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Rea treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Rea 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. Rea. 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:
- First Degree Hemorrhoids
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Grade 1 hemorrhoids
- Mild hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K640: First degree hemorrhoids
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
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:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- History of Adenomatous and Serrated Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
- Past Colon Polyps
- Previous Adenomas
- History of Precancerous Colon Growths
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
- Z860101: Personal history of adenomatous and serrated colon polyps
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:
- Slow Transit Constipation
- Constipation
- Chronic Constipation
- Sluggish Bowel
- Colonic Inertia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5901: Slow transit constipation
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Bowel Movement
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Irregular Bowel Movements
- Changes in Pooping
ICD-10 Codes:
- R194: Change in bowel habit
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Which procedures does Dr. Rea perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by a Dr. Jennifer Rea may include:
- Abdominal Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Pap Smear
- Anoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Surgeon Consultation
- Colorectal Surgeon Follow Up
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery Second Opinion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rea's office.
Does Dr. Rea accept my insurance?
Dr. Rea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 278-6031 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rea accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Rea in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rea's office located?
What is Dr. Rea's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386853190.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rea?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rea
What is Dr. Jennifer Rea's specialty?
Dr. Rea is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Lexington, KY. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Rea to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jennifer Rea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rea is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington 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 Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
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Is Jennifer Rea accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Rea is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jennifer Rea offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rea's office at (859) 278-6031 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Rea?
Please contact Dr. Rea's office at (859) 278-6031 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jennifer Rea have?
Dr. Jennifer Rea is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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