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Dr. Kenneth Ben Camacho, MD

Owensboro, KY

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Camacho, Gastroenterologist in Owensboro, KY?

    Dr. Kenneth Ben Camacho, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Owensboro, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Camacho graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Northwestern Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Camacho is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Camacho’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Camacho’s office at (270) 417-7800.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Camacho?

    Dr. Kenneth Ben Camacho, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Camacho empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Liver & Biliary Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Owensboro/KY community, Dr. Camacho is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Camacho go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Northwestern Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine | Northwestern University | University of Nebraska Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Camacho board certified as a Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Ben Camacho, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Camacho speak?

    Dr. Camacho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Camacho treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Camacho 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. Camacho. 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:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Digestive Disease
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    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:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    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:

    • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Barrett’s Esophagus
    • Barrett's condition
    • Esophageal metaplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Polyp
    • Duodenal Polyp
    • Stomach Growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
    • Abnormal GI scan
    • Unusual digestive imaging
    • Digestive system imaging findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract

    What procedures does Dr. Camacho perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Camacho 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. Camacho. 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
    • 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

    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)

    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 Injections
    • Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy
    • Esophageal Dilation
    • EGD with Dilation
    • Upper Endoscopy with Widening
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
    • 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    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

    Does Dr. Camacho accept my insurance?

    Dr. Camacho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 417-7800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Camacho accept in Owensboro, KY?

    Dr. Camacho in Owensboro, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Camacho's office located?

    Dr. Kenneth Ben Camacho's Primary Practice

    1301 Pleasant Valley Rd Ste 401

    Owensboro, KY 42303

    (270) 417-7800

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    Dr. Kenneth Ben Camacho's Practice 2

    815 Main St Ste A

    Peoria, IL 61602

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    Dr. Kenneth Ben Camacho's Practice 3

    1415 S Arlington Heights Rd

    Arlington Heights, IL 60005

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    What is Dr. Camacho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Camacho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750323424.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Camacho?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Camacho

    What is Dr. Kenneth Ben Camacho's specialty?

    Dr. Camacho is a Gastroenterologist near Owensboro, KY. 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. Camacho to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kenneth Ben Camacho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Camacho is affiliated with Carle Health Methodist Hospital 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 Kenneth Ben Camacho accepting new patients in Owensboro, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Ben Camacho is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kenneth Ben Camacho offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Camacho's office at (270) 417-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Ben Camacho?

    Please contact Dr. Camacho's office at (270) 417-7800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Ben Camacho have?

    Dr. Kenneth Ben Camacho is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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