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Dr. Gourisankar Degala, MD

Clearwater, FL

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Degala, Gastroenterologist in Clearwater, FL?

    Dr. Gourisankar Degala, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Clearwater, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Degala is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Degala’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Degala’s office at (727) 462-0444.

    Where did Dr. Degala go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

    What languages does Dr. Degala speak?

    Dr. Degala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Telugu

    What conditions does Dr. Degala treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Degala 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. Degala. 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 with Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
    • Z860100: Personal history of colon polyps, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Other Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing
    • Swallowing problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
    • R1319: Other dysphagia

    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:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Gastroparesis
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders
    • Delayed Gastric Emptying
    • Stomach Paralysis
    • Gastric Motility Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
    • K3184: Gastroparesis

    Also known as:

    • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Barrett’s Esophagus
    • Barrett's condition
    • Esophageal metaplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5909: Other constipation

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Family History
    • Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
    • Family history of GI cancer
    • Hereditary digestive cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    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:

    • 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:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Bile Duct
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Biliary Obstruction
    • Bile Duct Blockage
    • Obstructed Bile Duct

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K831: Obstruction of bile duct

    Does Dr. Degala accept my insurance?

    Dr. Degala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 462-0444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Degala accept in Clearwater, FL?

    Dr. Degala in Clearwater, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BayCare Health System

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Degala's office located?

    Dr. Gourisankar Degala's Primary Practice

    920 S Myrtle Ave Ste A

    Clearwater, FL 33756

    (727) 462-0444

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    Dr. Gourisankar Degala's Practice 2

    3280 N McMullen Booth Rd Ste 140

    Clearwater, FL 33761

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    What is Dr. Degala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Degala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245440361.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Degala?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Degala

    What is Dr. Gourisankar Degala's specialty?

    Dr. Degala is a Gastroenterologist near Clearwater, FL. 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. Degala to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gourisankar Degala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Degala is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Morton Plant Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Gourisankar Degala accepting new patients in Clearwater, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Gourisankar Degala is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gourisankar Degala offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Degala's office at (727) 462-0444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gourisankar Degala?

    Please contact Dr. Degala's office at (727) 462-0444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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