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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ofei, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Sylvia Ofei is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ofei is fluent in English and Twi, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ofei’s office at (859) 323-8511.
What languages does Dr. Ofei speak?
Dr. Ofei and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Twi
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Ofei typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ofei 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. Ofei. 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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
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:
- 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:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
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:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Ofei typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ofei 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. Ofei. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Ofei accept my insurance?
Dr. Ofei accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 323-8511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ofei accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Ofei in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ofei's office located?
What is Dr. Ofei's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ofei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588806434.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ofei?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ofei
What is Dr. Sylvia Ofei's specialty?
Dr. Ofei is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Lexington, KY.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Sylvia Ofei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ofei is affiliated with Baptist Health Richmond, Pikeville Medical Center, Uk King's Daughters Medical Center, Baptist Health Corbin, Baptist Health Hardin 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 Sylvia Ofei accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Sylvia Ofei is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sylvia Ofei offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ofei's office at (859) 323-8511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sylvia Ofei?
Please contact Dr. Ofei's office at (859) 323-8511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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