Who is Dr. Venick, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Robert Venick, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 53 years and is board certified. Dr. Venick completed his residency at Ucla Sch Of Med, Pediatrics.
Dr. Venick is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Venick’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Venick’s office at (310) 206-5146.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Venick?
Dr. Robert Venick, 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. Venick empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Short Bowel Syndrome, Transplant Medicine-Bowel, Transplant Medicine-Liver, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Los Angeles/CA community, Dr. Venick is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Venick go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Sch Of Med, Pediatrics
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
Is Dr. Venick board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Venick, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Venick speak?
Dr. Venick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Venick treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Venick 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. Venick. 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:
Liver Transplant
Intestine Transplant
Awaiting Organ Transplant
Liver Transplantation
Organ Transplantation
Hepatic Transplant
Liver Graft
New Liver
Bowel Transplant
Intestinal Graft
Small Bowel Transplant
Organ transplant waitlist
On transplant list
Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
Z944: Liver transplant status
Z9482: Intestine transplant status
Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
Also known as:
Abnormal Liver Function Test
Liver Disease
Irregular Liver Function Study
Unusual Liver Exam
Liver Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
R945: Abnormal results of liver function studies
Also known as:
Intestinal Failure
Gut Failure
Bowel Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
K9083: Intestinal failure
Also known as:
Intestinal Malabsorption
Malabsorption After Surgery
Malabsorption Syndromes
After Surgery
Nutrient Malabsorption
Digestive Malabsorption
Malabsorption Disorder
Postoperative Malabsorption
Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
Surgical Malabsorption
ICD-10 Codes:
K909: Intestinal malabsorption, unspecified
K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
Other Intestine Birth Defects
Birth Defects
Colonic Disease
Small Intestine Disorder
Congenital Intestinal Malformations
Baby Intestine Anomalies
Bowel Defects at Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
Q438: Other specified congenital malformations of intestine
Also known as:
Biliary Atresia
Bile Duct Disease
Birth Defects
Blocked Bile Ducts at Birth
Congenital Bile Duct Blockage
Bile Duct Atresia
ICD-10 Codes:
Q442: Atresia of bile ducts
Also known as:
Immunization Visit
Vaccines
Vaccination appointment
Shot visit
Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
Diarrhea
Loose stools
Runny poop
Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
Other Health Condition
Unspecified Health Issue
General Health Concern
Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
Immune Deficiency
Immune System and Disorder
Weak Immune System
Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
Portal hypertension
High Blood Pressure
Liver Disease
High blood pressure in the portal vein
Liver portal pressure
Elevated portal venous pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
K766: Portal hypertension
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
R932: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of liver and biliary tract
Also known as:
Feeding Difficulties
Eating Problems
Swallowing Problems
Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
Hepatoblastoma
Liver Cancer
Childhood liver cancer
Embryonal liver cancer
Malignant hepatoblastoma
ICD-10 Codes:
C222: Hepatoblastoma
What procedures does Dr. Venick perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Venick 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. Venick. 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:
Small Intestine Endoscopy with Biopsy
Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
Enteroscopy with Biopsy
Small Bowel Endoscopy
Intestinal Biopsy (Endoscopic)
EGD with Biopsy
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Upper GI Endoscopy
Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
44361: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, not including ileum; with biopsy, single or multiple
43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
Colonoscopy with Biopsy
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
Flexible Colonoscopy
Colon Biopsy
Large Intestine Scope
Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
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 Through Stoma with Biopsy
Stoma Colonoscopy with Biopsy
Ostomy Colonoscopy with Biopsy
Colostomy Colonoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
44389: Colonoscopy through stoma; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
Ileoscopy with Biopsy through Stoma
Stoma Ileoscopy
Small Bowel Scope with Biopsy
Ileal Pouch Endoscopy
CPT Codes:
44382: Ileoscopy, through stoma; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
G-tube Change
Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement
CPT Codes:
43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract
Also known as:
Endoscopy with Injection for Esophageal/Stomach Varices
EGD with Sclerotherapy
Varices Treatment Endoscopy
Bleeding Vein Injections Esophagus
CPT Codes:
43243: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with injection sclerosis of esophageal/gastric varices
Also known as:
Liver Biopsy (Needle)
Percutaneous liver biopsy
Needle liver sample
Liver tissue biopsy
Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Does Dr. Venick accept my insurance?
Dr. Venick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 206-5146 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Venick accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Venick in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Venick's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Venick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235166075.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Venick?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Venick
What is Dr. Robert Venick's specialty?
Dr. Venick is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Los Angeles, CA.
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. Venick to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Venick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Venick is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center 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 Robert Venick accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Venick is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Venick offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Venick's office at (310) 206-5146 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Venick?
Please contact Dr. Venick's office at (310) 206-5146 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Venick have?
Dr. Robert Venick is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Other Pediatric Gastroenterologist Near Los Angeles, CA
Dr. Joanna Yeh, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.