30 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Ranganathan, Gastroenterologist in Chicago, IL?
Where did Dr. Ranganathan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Allegheny Gen Hosp, Gastroenterology; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India
Is Dr. Ranganathan board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Venkatesan Ranganathan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ranganathan speak?
Dr. Ranganathan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Kannada
- Spanish
- Tamil
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Ranganathan typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ranganathan 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. Ranganathan. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
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
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Ranganathan typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ranganathan 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. Ranganathan. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Ranganathan accept my insurance?
Dr. Ranganathan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 996-3800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ranganathan accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Ranganathan in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Where is Dr. Ranganathan's office located?
Dr. Venkatesan Ranganathan's Primary Practice
1801 W Taylor St Rm 3C
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 996-3800
What is Dr. Ranganathan's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ranganathan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699707208.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ranganathan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ranganathan