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Dr. Alister George, MD

Thousand Oaks, CA

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. George, Specialist in Thousand Oaks, CA?

    Dr. Alister George, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Thousand Oaks, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. George completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Univ Of Ca Irvine Coll Med, Gastroenterology; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. George is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. George’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. George’s office at (805) 492-4800.

    Where did Dr. George go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Univ Of Ca Irvine Coll Med, Gastroenterology; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc

    Is Dr. George board certified in Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Alister George, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. George speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. George treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. George 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. George. 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:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    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:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    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:

    • Other Intestinal Condition
    • Colonic Disease
    • Small Intestine Disorder
    • Bowel Conditions
    • Gut Problems
    • Digestive Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia

    Also known as:

    • Indigestion
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
    • Dyspepsia
    • Upset Stomach
    • Stomach Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K30: Functional dyspepsia

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Polyp
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Rectal Growth
    • Colon Polyp
    • Benign Rectal Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K621: Rectal polyp

    Does Dr. George accept my insurance?

    Dr. George accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 492-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. George accept in Thousand Oaks, CA?

    Dr. George in Thousand Oaks, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Gold Coast Health Plan

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. George's office located?

    Dr. Alister George's Primary Practice

    3510 N Moorpark Rd Ste 201

    Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

    (805) 492-4800

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    Dr. Alister George's Practice 2

    50 Alessandro Pl Ste 410

    Pasadena, CA 91105

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

    Dr. George's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821280629.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. George?

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

    What is Dr. Alister George's specialty?

    Dr. George is a Specialist near Thousand Oaks, CA. Contact Dr. George to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alister George affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. George is affiliated with Los Robles Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Specialist?

    Explore 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 Alister George accepting new patients in Thousand Oaks, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alister George is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alister George offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. George's office at (805) 492-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alister George?

    Please contact Dr. George's office at (805) 492-4800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alister George have?

    Dr. Alister George is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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