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Dr. Megan Caravas

Richmond, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Caravas, Family Medicine Specialist in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Megan Caravas is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Caravas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caravas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caravas’s office at (804) 717-5300.

    What languages does Dr. Caravas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Caravas treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Caravas 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. Caravas. 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:

    • Constipation
    • Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools
    • Functional Constipation
    • Unexplained Chronic Constipation
    • Long-Term Constipation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified
    • K5909: Other constipation
    • K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation

    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:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena
    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Bowel Movements
    • Change in Bowel Habits
    • Bowel Movement
    • Unusual stool
    • Changes in poop
    • Fecal changes
    • Altered Bowel Habits
    • Irregular Bowel Movements
    • Changes in Pooping

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R195: Other fecal abnormalities
    • R194: Change in bowel habit

    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:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    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:

    • Heartburn
    • Acid Reflux
    • Indigestion
    • GERD Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R12: Heartburn

    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:

    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    • IBS-C
    • Constipation-Predominant IBS
    • Spastic Colon with Constipation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K581: Irritable bowel syndrome with constipation

    Which procedures does Dr. Caravas perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Megan Caravas may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Caravas' office.

    Does Dr. Caravas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Caravas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 717-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Caravas accept in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Caravas in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Caravas' office located?

    Dr. Megan Caravas' Primary Practice

    6602 W Broad St # B

    Richmond, VA 23230

    (804) 717-5300

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    Dr. Megan Caravas' Practice 2

    611 Watkins Centre Pkwy Ste 250

    Midlothian, VA 23114

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    Dr. Megan Caravas' Practice 3

    11601 Iron Bridge Rd Ste 117

    Chester, VA 23831

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

    Dr. Caravas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740875459.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caravas?

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

    What is Dr. Megan Caravas's specialty?

    Dr. Caravas is a Family Medicine Specialist near Richmond, VA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Caravas to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Megan Caravas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Caravas is affiliated with Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center, Johnston-Willis Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Megan Caravas accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Megan Caravas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Megan Caravas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Caravas's office at (804) 717-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Megan Caravas?

    Please contact Dr. Caravas's office at (804) 717-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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