Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Laman, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Douglas Laman, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Laman graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Dr. Laman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Laman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laman’s office.
Where did Dr. Laman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Medical School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC
What languages does Dr. Laman speak?
Dr. Laman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Laman treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Laman 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. Laman. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Belly Button Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Other Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
- R1319: Other dysphagia
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:
- Vomiting
- Projectile Vomiting
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Forceful Vomiting
- Violent Vomiting
- Explosive Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R1112: Projectile vomiting
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
Which procedures does Dr. Laman perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Douglas Laman may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Laman's office.
Does Dr. Laman accept my insurance?
Dr. Laman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Laman accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Laman in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Alliant Health Plans
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
CareSource
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
State of Georgia
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Laman's office located?
What is Dr. Laman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Laman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891728432.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Laman
What is Dr. Douglas Laman's specialty?
Dr. Laman is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Chattanooga, TN. 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. Laman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Douglas Laman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Laman is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Douglas Laman accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Laman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Laman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Laman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Laman?
Please contact Dr. Laman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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