Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kesar, Gastroenterologist in Roanoke, VA?
Dr. Varun Kesar, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Roanoke, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kesar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kesar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kesar’s office at (410) 328-5780.
What languages does Dr. Kesar speak?
Dr. Kesar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Kesar typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Kesar 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. Kesar. 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:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Kesar typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Kesar 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. Kesar. 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:
- ERCP with Gallstone Removal
- ERCP
- Endoscopic Gallstone Removal
- Biliary Duct Stone Removal
- Pancreatic Duct Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 43264: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal of calculi/debris from biliary/pancreatic duct(s)
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:
- ERCP with Bile or Pancreatic Duct Stent Removal
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography
- Bile Duct Stent Removal
- Pancreatic Duct Foreign Body Removal
- ERCP Stone Removal
CPT Codes:
- 43275: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal of foreign body(s) or stent(s) from biliary/pancreatic duct(s)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Ultrasound and Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- Ultrasound
- EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound Biopsy
- Transoral EUS-FNA
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43242: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided intramural or transmural fine needle aspiration/biopsy(s) (includes endoscopic ultrasound examination of the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Ultrasound (EUS)
- EGD with endoscopic ultrasound
- Esophageal ultrasound
- Stomach ultrasound endoscopy
- Duodenal ultrasound endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 43259: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination, including the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis
Also known as:
- EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Upper GI Endoscopy with Ultrasound
- EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound)
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 43237: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination limited to the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, and adjacent structures
Does Dr. Kesar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kesar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 328-5780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kesar accept in Roanoke, VA?
Dr. Kesar in Roanoke, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kesar's office located?
What is Dr. Kesar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kesar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922493857.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kesar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kesar
What is Dr. Varun Kesar's specialty?
Dr. Kesar is a Gastroenterologist near Roanoke, VA.
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. Varun Kesar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kesar is affiliated with Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital 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
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Is Varun Kesar accepting new patients in Roanoke, VA?
Yes, Dr. Varun Kesar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Varun Kesar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kesar's office at (410) 328-5780 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Varun Kesar?
Please contact Dr. Kesar's office at (410) 328-5780 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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