19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gerges El Khoury, Gastroenterologist in Jacksonville Beach, FL?
Dr. Joe Gerges El Khoury, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Jacksonville Beach, FL. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Gerges El Khoury graduated from UNIVERSITY OF LEBANON (LIBANAI. Dr. Gerges El Khoury is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gerges El Khoury’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gerges El Khoury’s office at (904) 247-0056.
Where did Dr. Gerges El Khoury go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universite Libanaise (Lebanon) | UNIVERSITY OF LEBANON (LIBANAI
Is Dr. Gerges El Khoury board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Joe Gerges El Khoury, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gerges El Khoury speak?
Dr. Gerges El Khoury and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Gerges El Khoury typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Gerges El Khoury 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. Gerges El Khoury. 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 here.
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:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Gerges El Khoury typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Gerges El Khoury 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. Gerges El Khoury. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
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:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
- Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
- Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
- EGD with Balloon Widening
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
Also known as:
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Pill Camera
- Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
- Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
- Intestinal Imaging Pill
CPT Codes:
- 91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (eg, capsule endoscopy), esophagus through ileum, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Gerges El Khoury accept my insurance?
Dr. Gerges El Khoury accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 247-0056 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gerges El Khoury accept in Jacksonville Beach, FL?
Dr. Gerges El Khoury in Jacksonville Beach, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
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Where is Dr. Gerges El Khoury's office located?
Dr. Joe Gerges El Khoury's Primary Practice
1375 Roberts Dr Ste 204
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 247-0056
What is Dr. Gerges El Khoury's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gerges El Khoury's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396949954.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gerges El Khoury?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gerges El Khoury
What is Dr. Joe Gerges El Khoury's specialty?
Dr. Gerges El Khoury is a Gastroenterologist near Jacksonville Beach, FL.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Joe Gerges El Khoury affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gerges El Khoury is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Southside Hospital, Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville 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 Joe Gerges El Khoury accepting new patients in Jacksonville Beach, FL?
Yes, Dr. Joe Gerges El Khoury is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joe Gerges El Khoury offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gerges El Khoury's office at (904) 247-0056 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joe Gerges El Khoury?
Please contact Dr. Gerges El Khoury's office at (904) 247-0056 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joe Gerges El Khoury have?
Dr. Joe Gerges El Khoury is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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