19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Fealk, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Chico, CA?
Dr. Michael Fealk, DO is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Chico, CA. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery. Dr. Fealk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fealk’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fealk’s office at (530) 891-4523.
Is Dr. Fealk board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Michael Fealk, DO is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery , American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Fealk speak?
Dr. Fealk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fealk treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Fealk 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. Fealk. 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:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Descending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Disease
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous descending colon growth
- Descending colon adenoma
- Descending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
- Non-cancerous colon growth
- Colon adenoma
- Benign colon tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- D124: Benign neoplasm of descending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
- D126: Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified
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:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Hemorrhoids
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- First Degree Hemorrhoids
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
- Piles
- Swollen Veins in Anus
- Anal Lumps
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Grade 1 hemorrhoids
- Mild hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
- K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
- K640: First degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Irregular Bowel Movements
- Changes in Pooping
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R194: Change in bowel habit
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Anal Cancer
- Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Anus Cancer
- Anal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C210: Malignant neoplasm of anus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
Also known as:
- Non-cancerous Rectum Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Rectal Disorder
- Benign rectal tumor
- Rectal neoplasm
- Non-malignant rectal mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D128: Benign neoplasm of rectum
Which procedures does Dr. Fealk perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Fealk may include:
- Abdominal Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Pap Smear
- Anoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Surgeon Consultation
- Colorectal Surgeon Follow Up
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery Second Opinion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fealk's office.
Does Dr. Fealk accept my insurance?
Dr. Fealk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 891-4523 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fealk accept in Chico, CA?
Dr. Fealk in Chico, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Adventist Health System
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
Partnership Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fealk's office located?
What is Dr. Fealk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fealk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578769923.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fealk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fealk
What is Dr. Michael Fealk's specialty?
Dr. Fealk is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Chico, CA. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Fealk to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Fealk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fealk is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
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Is Michael Fealk accepting new patients in Chico, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Fealk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Fealk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fealk's office at (530) 891-4523 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Fealk?
Please contact Dr. Fealk's office at (530) 891-4523 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Fealk have?
Dr. Michael Fealk is certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery.
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