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Dr. Orhan Atay, MD
Pediatric Gastroenterologist
,Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Gastroenterologist
Norfolk, VA
16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Atay, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Orhan Atay, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Atay graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Msu-Kalamazoo Ctr Med Stu, Pediatrics. Dr. Atay is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atay’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atay’s office at (757) 668-7240.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Atay?
Dr. Orhan Atay, 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. Atay empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Liver Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Norfolk/VA community, Dr. Atay is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Atay go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Msu-Kalamazoo Ctr Med Stu, Pediatrics | Michigan State University Program
Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc | Howard Univ College of Medicine
Is Dr. Atay board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Orhan Atay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Atay speak?
Dr. Atay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Atay treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Atay 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. Atay. 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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Belly Button Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Pain in Lower Left Abdomen
- Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Left lower quadrant pain
- Pain in left side of belly
- Left side abdominal discomfort
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1032: Left lower quadrant pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
- K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
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:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis with Rectal Bleeding
- Ulcerative Proctitis with Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis with Bloody Stool
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis with Rectal Bleeding
- GI Bleeding from Pancolitis
- Chronic Proctitis with Bloody Stool
- Rectal Inflammation with Bleeding
- GI Bleeding from Proctitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K51011: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis with rectal bleeding
- K51211: Ulcerative (chronic) proctitis with rectal bleeding
Also known as:
- Vomiting Without Nausea
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing Up Without Feeling Sick
- Sudden Vomiting
- Emisis without Nausea
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1111: Vomiting without nausea
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Other Eating and Drinking Problems
- Unusual food cravings
- Difficulty swallowing
- Changes in appetite
ICD-10 Codes:
- R638: Other symptoms and signs concerning food and fluid intake
Also known as:
- Functional Diarrhea
- Diarrhea
- Chronic Diarrhea
- Persistent Diarrhea
- Diarrhea without clear cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- K591: Functional diarrhea
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
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
What procedures does Dr. Atay perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Atay 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. Atay. 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
- 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:
- Stomach or Colon Feeding Tube Replacement
- Gastrostomy Tube Change
- Cecostomy Tube Replacement
- Percutaneous Feeding Tube Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 49450: Replacement of gastrostomy or cecostomy (or other colonic) tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Anal Sphincter Nerve Block
- Internal Anal Sphincter Chemodenervation
- Anal Sphincter Injection
- Botox for Anal Fissure
- Chemical Denervation of Anal Muscle
CPT Codes:
- 46505: Chemodenervation of internal anal sphincter
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Colon Manometry Study
- Colonic Motility Test
- Colon Pressure Study
- Intestinal Motility Test
CPT Codes:
- 91117: Colon motility (manometric) study, minimum 6 hours continuous recording (including provocation tests, eg, meal, intracolonic balloon distension, pharmacologic agents, if performed), with interpretation and report
Also known as:
- Anorectal Manometry
- Rectal Pressure Test
- Anal Manometry
- Pelvic Floor Function Test
- Bowel Control Test
CPT Codes:
- 91122: Anorectal manometry
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- 24-Hour Esophageal pH and Impedance Test
- Esophageal pH Test
- Prolonged Esophageal Reflux Test
- Esophageal Impedance Monitoring
- GERD Monitoring Test
- Nasal Catheter Reflux Test
CPT Codes:
- 91038: Esophageal function test, gastroesophageal reflux test with nasal catheter intraluminal impedance electrode(s) placement, recording, analysis and interpretation; prolonged (greater than 1 hour, up to 24 hours)
Does Dr. Atay accept my insurance?
Dr. Atay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 668-7240 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Atay accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Atay in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bowling Green State University
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Fox Insurance Company
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Nevada
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Atay's office located?
What is Dr. Atay's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Atay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497924625.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atay?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Atay
What is Dr. Orhan Atay's specialty?
Dr. Atay is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Norfolk, VA. 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. Atay to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Orhan Atay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Atay is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters. 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 Orhan Atay accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Orhan Atay is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Orhan Atay offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Atay's office at (757) 668-7240 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Orhan Atay?
Please contact Dr. Atay's office at (757) 668-7240 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Orhan Atay have?
Dr. Orhan Atay is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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