18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fasanella, Gastroenterologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Where did Dr. Fasanella go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Duke University | Duke University Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Virginia Medical School | University of Virginia Medical School
Is Dr. Fasanella board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Fasanella, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fasanella speak?
Dr. Fasanella and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- French
- Italian
- Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Fasanella typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Fasanella 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. Fasanella. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Pancreatic Disease
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
ICD-10 Codes:
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
Also known as:
- Barrett's Esophagus with High-Grade Dysplasia
- Esophagus Disorder
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Advanced Barrett's esophagus
- Barrett's esophagus with severe cell changes
- Precancerous Barrett's esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K22711: Barrett's esophagus with high grade dysplasia
Also known as:
- Digestive System Growth of Unknown Type
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive tract tumor of unknown nature
- GI growth of unknown type
- Indeterminate digestive mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D490: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of digestive system
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:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Fasanella typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Fasanella 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. Fasanella. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Ultrasound (EUS)
- Upper Endoscopy with Tumor Ablation
- EGD with endoscopic ultrasound
- Esophageal ultrasound
- Stomach ultrasound endoscopy
- Duodenal ultrasound endoscopy
- EGD with Ablation
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Ablation
- Flexible Endoscopy Lesion Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 43259: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination, including the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis
- 43270: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with ablation of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) (includes pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed)
Also known as:
- Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
- EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Esophageal Dilation
- EGD with Dilation
- Upper Endoscopy with Widening
- Upper GI Endoscopy with Ultrasound
- EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound)
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
- 43237: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination limited to the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, and adjacent structures
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Ultrasound and Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- Ultrasound
- EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound Biopsy
- Transoral EUS-FNA
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43242: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided intramural or transmural fine needle aspiration/biopsy(s) (includes endoscopic ultrasound examination of the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis)
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Does Dr. Fasanella accept my insurance?
Dr. Fasanella accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 647-8666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fasanella accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Fasanella in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independent Health Association
Medicare
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Fasanella's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Fasanella's Primary Practice
200 Lothrop St
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 647-8666
What hospitals are Dr. Fasanella affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Fasanella has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Fasanella's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fasanella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629288303.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fasanella?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fasanella