22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Xanthakos, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Stavra Xanthakos, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Xanthakos graduated from Duke University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Childrens Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatric Gastroenterology. Dr. Xanthakos is fluent in English, German, and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Xanthakos’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Xanthakos’s office at (513) 636-4415.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Xanthakos?
Dr. Stavra Xanthakos, 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. Xanthakos empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Gastrointestinal Disorders, Nutrition, Obesity, Weight Management, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cincinnati/OH community, Dr. Xanthakos is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Xanthakos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Clinical Fellowship: Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition, Cincinnati Children's, Cincinnati, OH | Research Fellowship: Molecular Epidemiology in Children's Environmental Health, Masters of Science
Residency: Childrens Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatric Gastroenterology | Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center | Chief Residency: Cincinnati Children's, Cincinnati, OH | Children's Hospital/Boston Medical Center Program A
Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Xanthakos board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Stavra Xanthakos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Pediatrics since 2008, American Board of Pediatrics since 2005
What languages does Dr. Xanthakos speak?
Dr. Xanthakos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does Dr. Xanthakos treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Xanthakos 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. Xanthakos. 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:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Portal hypertension
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- High Blood Pressure
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
- High blood pressure in the portal vein
- Liver portal pressure
- Elevated portal venous pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
- K766: Portal hypertension
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
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:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- High Liver Enzymes
- ALT Blood Test
- AST Test
- Elevated ALT
- Elevated AST
- Abnormal liver function test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
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:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
What procedures does Dr. Xanthakos perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Xanthakos 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. Xanthakos. 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:
- 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 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 Stomach/Duodenum Dilation
- EGD with Dilation
- Esophageal Dilation
- Stomach Stricture Widening
- Duodenal Stricture Repair
CPT Codes:
- 43245: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with dilation of gastric/duodenal stricture(s) (eg, balloon, bougie)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Injections
- EGD with Submucosal Injections
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Injections
- Stomach Scope with Medication
CPT Codes:
- 43236: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
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. Xanthakos accept my insurance?
Dr. Xanthakos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 636-4415 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Xanthakos accept in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Xanthakos in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Xanthakos' office located?
Dr. Stavra Xanthakos' Primary Practice
3333 Burnet Ave # 2010
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 636-4415
What is Dr. Xanthakos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Xanthakos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609805340.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Xanthakos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Xanthakos
What is Dr. Stavra Xanthakos's specialty?
Dr. Xanthakos is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Cincinnati, OH. 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. Xanthakos to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stavra Xanthakos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Xanthakos is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Stavra Xanthakos accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?
Yes, Dr. Stavra Xanthakos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stavra Xanthakos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Xanthakos's office at (513) 636-4415 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stavra Xanthakos?
Please contact Dr. Xanthakos's office at (513) 636-4415 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stavra Xanthakos have?
Dr. Stavra Xanthakos is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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