Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Uko, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Victor Uko, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Uko graduated from University of Lagos / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Foundation Program. Dr. Uko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uko’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uko’s office at (608) 782-7300.
Where did Dr. Uko go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Gundersen Lutheran Medical Foundation Program
Medical School: University of Lagos / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Uko board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Victor Uko, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Uko speak?
Dr. Uko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Uko treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Uko 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. Uko. 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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Belly Button Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5909: Other constipation
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
- CVS
- Recurrent vomiting
- Periodic vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
- R1115: Cyclical vomiting syndrome unrelated to migraine
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:
- 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)
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:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Other Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1319: Other dysphagia
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:
- Indigestion
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
- Dyspepsia
- Upset Stomach
- Stomach Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- K30: Functional dyspepsia
What procedures does Dr. Uko perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Uko 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. Uko. 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
Does Dr. Uko accept my insurance?
Dr. Uko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 782-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Uko accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Uko in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ascension Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Capital BlueCross
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Blue Cross
MedImpact
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Uko's office located?
Dr. Victor Uko's Practice 2
2508 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 101
Shreveport, LA 71118
(318) 212-5811
What is Dr. Uko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Uko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639348832.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Uko
What is Dr. Victor Uko's specialty?
Dr. Uko is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Shreveport, LA. 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. Uko to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Victor Uko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Uko is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center, CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Victor Uko accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Victor Uko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Victor Uko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Uko's office at (608) 782-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Victor Uko?
Please contact Dr. Uko's office at (608) 782-7300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Victor Uko have?
Dr. Victor Uko is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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