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Dr. Jose Pantoja, MD

Dr. Jose Pantoja, MD

Lakewood, CA

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pantoja, Gastroenterologist in Lakewood, CA?

    Dr. Jose Pantoja, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, CA. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Pantoja graduated from University Of Chile and completed his residency at University of Chile Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Pantoja is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pantoja’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pantoja’s office at (562) 634-4939.

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

    • Fellowship: University of California - L.A. Center for Health Science

    • Residency: University of Chile Affiliated Hospitals | Hospital Jose Joaquin Aguirre | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine

    • Medical School: Universidad De Chile | University Of Chile | University Sakartvelo Faculty of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pantoja speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Pantoja treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Pantoja 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. Pantoja. 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 with Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Other Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation
    • Other gastritis types
    • Various stomach inflammations
    • Uncommon gastritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
    • K2960: Other gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ulcerative Colitis
    • Colitis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Chronic Colitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Esophageal Varices
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Varices of the Esophagus
    • Enlarged Esophageal Veins
    • Dilated Esophageal Veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I8500: Esophageal varices without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Does Dr. Pantoja accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pantoja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 634-4939 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pantoja accept in Lakewood, CA?

    Dr. Pantoja in Lakewood, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pantoja's office located?

    Dr. Jose Pantoja's Primary Practice

    5750 Downey Ave Ste 202

    Lakewood, CA 90712

    (562) 634-4939

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

    Dr. Pantoja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891721353.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pantoja?

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

    What is Dr. Jose Pantoja's specialty?

    Dr. Pantoja is a Gastroenterologist near Lakewood, CA. 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. Pantoja to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jose Pantoja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pantoja is affiliated with Uci Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Jose Pantoja accepting new patients in Lakewood, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jose Pantoja is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jose Pantoja offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pantoja's office at (562) 634-4939 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jose Pantoja?

    Please contact Dr. Pantoja's office at (562) 634-4939 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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