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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nattakom, Gastroenterologist in Las Cruces, NM?
Dr. Thomas Nattakom, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Las Cruces, NM. He has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Nattakom graduated from Chengalpattu Medical College and completed his residency at Henry Ford Hosp, Gastroenterology; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Nutrition; N Shore Univ Hp-Forest Hills, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nattakom is fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nattakom’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nattakom’s office at (575) 522-7697.
Where did Dr. Nattakom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Henry Ford Hosp, Gastroenterology; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Nutrition; N Shore Univ Hp-Forest Hills, Internal Medicine | Henry Ford Hospital Program
Medical School: Chengalpattu Medical College | Chengalpattu Medical College | Madras Med College
What languages does Dr. Nattakom speak?
Dr. Nattakom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Nattakom treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Nattakom 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. Nattakom. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
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:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
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:
- Non-cancerous Stomach Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Stomach Disorder
- Benign stomach tumor
- Stomach neoplasm
- Non-malignant stomach mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D131: Benign neoplasm of stomach
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
What procedures does Dr. Nattakom perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Nattakom 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. Nattakom. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Tissue Removal
- Colonoscopy with Bleeding Control
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible colonoscopy with EMR
- Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
- Colon polyp removal during colonoscopy
- Endoscopic Hemostasis
- Colonoscopy for Bleeding
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection
- 45382: Colonoscopy, flexible; with control of bleeding, any method
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:
- Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Small Intestine Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Colonoscopy
- Esophageal Dilation
- EGD with Dilation
- Upper Endoscopy with Widening
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
- Enteroscopy with Biopsy
- Small Bowel Endoscopy
- Intestinal Biopsy (Endoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 44361: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, not including ileum; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Sigmoidoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal (Lower Colon)
- Sigmoid Colon Lesion Excision
- Lower Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
CPT Codes:
- 45338: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
- EGD with Polypectomy
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
- Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
- 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Also known as:
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Pill Camera
- Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
- Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
- Intestinal Imaging Pill
CPT Codes:
- 91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (eg, capsule endoscopy), esophagus through ileum, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Nattakom accept my insurance?
Dr. Nattakom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (575) 522-7697 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nattakom accept in Las Cruces, NM?
Dr. Nattakom in Las Cruces, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
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State of New Mexico
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Where is Dr. Nattakom's office located?
Dr. Thomas Nattakom's Primary Practice
4381 E Lohman Ave Ste B
Las Cruces, NM 88011
(575) 522-7697
What is Dr. Nattakom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nattakom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598711475.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nattakom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nattakom
What is Dr. Thomas Nattakom's specialty?
Dr. Nattakom is a Gastroenterologist near Las Cruces, NM. 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. Contact Dr. Nattakom to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Nattakom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nattakom is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center - Las Cruces, NM, CHRISTUS Health, Three Crosses Regional Hospital 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
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Is Thomas Nattakom accepting new patients in Las Cruces, NM?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Nattakom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Nattakom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nattakom's office at (575) 522-7697 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Nattakom?
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