Who is Dr. Mehta, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Tejas Mehta, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Dr. Mehta is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mehta’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mehta’s office at (404) 843-6320.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mehta?
Dr. Tejas Mehta, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mehta empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cystic Fibrosis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Liver Disease, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Atlanta/GA community, Dr. Mehta is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Mehta board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Tejas Mehta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Mehta speak?
Dr. Mehta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
What conditions does Dr. Mehta treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Mehta 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. Mehta. 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:
Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
Constipation
Slow Transit Constipation
Functional Constipation
Unexplained Chronic Constipation
Long-Term Constipation
Difficulty Passing Stool
Infrequent Bowel Movements
Hard Stools
Chronic Constipation
Sluggish Bowel
Colonic Inertia
ICD-10 Codes:
K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
K5909: Other constipation
K5901: Slow transit constipation
Also known as:
Belly Button Pain
Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
Widespread Abdominal Pain
Abdominal Pain
Pain around navel
Periumbilical discomfort
Umbilical pain
Epigastric pain
Pain below breastbone
Upper stomach pain
General stomach pain
Overall belly pain
Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
R1033: Periumbilical pain
R1013: Epigastric pain
R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
Other Feeding Difficulties
Atypical Feeding Problems
Unusual Eating Issues
Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
R6339: Other feeding difficulties
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:
Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
Swallowing Disorder
Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
Trouble Starting to Swallow
Throat Swallowing Problems
Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
Trouble swallowing in throat
Esophageal swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase
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)
Also known as:
Nausea
Nausea and Vomiting
Feeling Sick to Stomach
Queasiness
Upset Stomach
Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
Stomach Flu Symptoms
Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
R110: Nausea
R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
Complete Bowel Incontinence
Bowel Incontinence
Full fecal incontinence
Total loss of bowel control
Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
Crohn's Disease
Crohn’s Disease
Panenteric Crohn's Disease
Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
Also known as:
Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Melena
Black Stools
Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
K921: Melena
Also known as:
Ulcerative Pancolitis
Ulcerative Colitis
Chronic Pancolitis
Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
ICD-10 Codes:
K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
Also known as:
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
EoE
Allergic Esophagitis
Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
Unexplained Weight Loss
Involuntary Weight Loss
Significant Weight Loss
Unintentional Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
R634: Abnormal weight loss
Also known as:
Abnormal Bowel Movements
Bowel Movement
Unusual stool
Changes in poop
Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
R195: Other fecal abnormalities
What procedures does Dr. Mehta perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Mehta 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. Mehta. 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:
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
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
Flexible Colonoscopy
Colon Biopsy
Large Intestine Scope
Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
EGD with Biopsy
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Upper GI Endoscopy
Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; 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:
Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Replacement
Percutaneous GJ Tube Replacement
Feeding Tube Change (GJ)
GJ Tube Exchange
CPT Codes:
49452: Replacement of gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
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:
Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
Swallowing Function Test
Dysphagia Tests
Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
Dysphagia Evaluation
Oral Swallowing Assessment
Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
Swallowing Therapy
Dysphagia Treatment
Feeding Therapy
Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Mehta accept my insurance?
Dr. Mehta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 843-6320 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mehta accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Mehta in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Mehta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mehta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225213804.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mehta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mehta
What is Dr. Tejas Mehta's specialty?
Dr. Mehta is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Atlanta, GA.
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. Contact Dr. Mehta to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tejas Mehta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mehta is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta 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 Tejas Mehta accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Tejas Mehta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tejas Mehta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mehta's office at (404) 843-6320 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tejas Mehta?
Please contact Dr. Mehta's office at (404) 843-6320 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tejas Mehta have?
Dr. Tejas Mehta is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Other Pediatric Gastroenterologist Near Atlanta, GA
Dr. Nirav Patel, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.