30 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Lepe Suastegui, Hepatologist in Dallas, TX?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lepe Suastegui?
Dr. Maria Lepe Suastegui, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hepatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lepe Suastegui empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Autoimmune Liver Disease, Hepatitis C, Liver Disease, Transplant Medicine-Liver, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Dallas, TX community, Dr. Lepe Suastegui is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lepe Suastegui go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Illinois at Chicago | University of Illinois at Chicago
What languages does Dr. Lepe Suastegui speak?
Dr. Lepe Suastegui and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Hepatologist like Dr. Lepe Suastegui typically treat?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Lepe Suastegui 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. Lepe Suastegui. 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:
- 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
- R188: Other ascites
What procedures does a Hepatologist like Dr. Lepe Suastegui typically perform?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Lepe Suastegui 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. Lepe Suastegui. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
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)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Upper Endoscopy with Varices Banding
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
- EGD with Band Ligation
- Esophageal Varices Banding
- Gastric Varices Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 43244: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with band ligation of esophageal/gastric varices
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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Lepe Suastegui accept my insurance?
Dr. Lepe Suastegui accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lepe Suastegui accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Lepe Suastegui in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lepe Suastegui's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Lepe Suastegui affiliated with?
Dr. Lepe Suastegui has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Lepe Suastegui's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lepe Suastegui's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396799847.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lepe Suastegui?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lepe Suastegui