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Dr. Ameet Parikh, MD

Lancaster, PA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Parikh, Gastroenterologist in Lancaster, PA?

    Dr. Ameet Parikh, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Parikh completed his residency at Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Parikh is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parikh’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parikh’s office at (717) 544-3400.

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

    • Residency: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Municipal Med Coll- Gujarat Univ- Ahmedabad- Gujarat- India

    Is Dr. Parikh board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ameet Parikh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Parikh speak?

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

    • English

    • Gujarati

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Parikh treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Parikh 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. Parikh. 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:

    • Colon Polyps
    • History of Adenomatous and Serrated Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps
    • Past Colon Polyps
    • Previous Adenomas
    • History of Precancerous Colon Growths

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon
    • Z860101: Personal history of adenomatous and serrated colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Digestive Disease
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing in throat
    • Esophageal swallowing problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase

    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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Barrett’s Esophagus
    • Barrett's condition
    • Esophageal metaplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia

    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:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • First Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoids
    • Internal hemorrhoids
    • Grade 1 hemorrhoids
    • Mild hemorrhoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K640: First degree hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5909: Other constipation

    Does Dr. Parikh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Parikh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 544-3400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Parikh accept in Lancaster, PA?

    Dr. Parikh in Lancaster, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital BlueCross

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Parikh's office located?

    Dr. Ameet Parikh's Primary Practice

    2112 Harrisburg Pike Ste 202

    Lancaster, PA 17601

    (717) 544-3400

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    Dr. Ameet Parikh's Practice 2

    4140 Oregon Pike

    Ephrata, PA 17522

    (717) 869-4600

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    Dr. Ameet Parikh's Practice 3

    426 Cloverleaf Rd

    Elizabethtown, PA 17022

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

    Dr. Parikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619975299.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parikh?

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

    What is Dr. Ameet Parikh's specialty?

    Dr. Parikh is a Gastroenterologist near Lancaster, PA. 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. Parikh to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ameet Parikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Parikh is affiliated with Penn Medicine Lancaster General 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 Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Ameet Parikh accepting new patients in Lancaster, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Ameet Parikh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ameet Parikh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Parikh's office at (717) 544-3400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ameet Parikh?

    Please contact Dr. Parikh's office at (717) 544-3400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ameet Parikh have?

    Dr. Ameet Parikh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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