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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Szeto, Gastroenterologist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Tedmond Szeto, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Szeto is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Szeto’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Szeto’s office at (925) 687-9650.
Is Dr. Szeto board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Tedmond Szeto, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Szeto speak?
Dr. Szeto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Szeto typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Szeto 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. Szeto. 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:
- 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Szeto typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Szeto 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. Szeto. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Bleeding Control
- Colonoscopy with Tissue Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Hemostasis
- Colonoscopy for Bleeding
- Flexible colonoscopy with EMR
- Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
- Colon polyp removal during colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45382: Colonoscopy, flexible; with control of bleeding, any method
- 45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection
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:
- Stopping Bleeding in Esophagus, Stomach, or Duodenum
- EGD with Bleeding Control
- Upper GI Endoscopy for Bleeding
- Gastric Bleeding Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 43255: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with control of bleeding, any method
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
Does Dr. Szeto accept my insurance?
Dr. Szeto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 687-9650 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Szeto accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Szeto in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Szeto's office located?
Dr. Tedmond Szeto's Primary Practice
1479 Ygnacio Valley Rd Ste 200
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 687-9650
What is Dr. Szeto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Szeto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508061631.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szeto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Szeto
What is Dr. Tedmond Szeto's specialty?
Dr. Szeto is a Gastroenterologist near Walnut Creek, CA.
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. Tedmond Szeto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Szeto is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Sutter Delta Medical Center 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 Tedmond Szeto accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tedmond Szeto is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tedmond Szeto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Szeto's office at (925) 687-9650 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tedmond Szeto?
Please contact Dr. Szeto's office at (925) 687-9650 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tedmond Szeto have?
Dr. Tedmond Szeto is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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