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Who is Dr. Karjoo, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in St Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Sara Karjoo, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in St Petersburg, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Karjoo graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University. Dr. Karjoo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karjoo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karjoo’s office at (727) 822-4300.
Where did Dr. Karjoo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: State University of New York Upstate Medical University
What languages does Dr. Karjoo speak?
Dr. Karjoo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Karjoo typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Karjoo 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. Karjoo. 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:
- Slow Transit Constipation
- Constipation
- Chronic Constipation
- Sluggish Bowel
- Colonic Inertia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5901: Slow transit constipation
Also known as:
- Chronic Pediatric Feeding Disorder
- Long-term Child Feeding Problem
- Chronic Infant Feeding Issue
- Persistent Pediatric Eating Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6332: Pediatric feeding disorder, chronic
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:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Karjoo typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Karjoo 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. Karjoo. 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
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
- G-tube Change
- Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
- Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy for Foreign Body Removal
- EGD for Foreign Body
- Gastroscopy for Object Removal
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy for Foreign Body
CPT Codes:
- 43247: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of foreign body(s)
Also known as:
- Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
- PEG Tube Placement
- Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
- EGD with Feeding Tube
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
CPT Codes:
- 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube
Also known as:
- Anal Biopsy
- Rectal Wall Biopsy
- Anorectal Biopsy
- Anal Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 45100: Biopsy of anorectal wall, anal approach (eg, congenital megacolon)
Does Dr. Karjoo accept my insurance?
Dr. Karjoo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 822-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karjoo accept in St Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Karjoo in St Petersburg, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Karjoo's office located?
Dr. Sara Karjoo's Primary Practice
601 5th St S Ste 605
St Petersburg, FL 33701
(727) 822-4300
What is Dr. Karjoo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karjoo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457557761.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karjoo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karjoo
What is Dr. Sara Karjoo's specialty?
Dr. Karjoo is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near St Petersburg, FL.
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. Sara Karjoo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Karjoo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Johns Hopkins All Childrens Hospital, Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice Campus, Moffitt Cancer Center Magnolia Campus. 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
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Is Sara Karjoo accepting new patients in St Petersburg, FL?
Yes, Dr. Sara Karjoo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sara Karjoo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karjoo's office at (727) 822-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sara Karjoo?
Please contact Dr. Karjoo's office at (727) 822-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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