
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garcia Chuapoco, Gastroenterologist in Burlingame, CA?
Dr. Rowena Garcia Chuapoco, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Burlingame, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Garcia Chuapoco graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed her residency at California Pacific Medical Center. Dr. Garcia Chuapoco is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garcia Chuapoco’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garcia Chuapoco’s office.
Where did Dr. Garcia Chuapoco go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: California Pacific Medical Center - Gastroenterology
Residency: California Pacific Medical Center
Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
What languages does Dr. Garcia Chuapoco speak?
Dr. Garcia Chuapoco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Garcia Chuapoco typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Garcia Chuapoco 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. Garcia Chuapoco. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Gas Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Gas
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Stomach Gas Pain
- Trapped Gas Pain
- Intestinal Gas Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R141: Gas pain
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Garcia Chuapoco typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Garcia Chuapoco 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. Garcia Chuapoco. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Polyp/Tumor Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible colonoscopy with ablation
- Colon polyp removal
- Colon tumor destruction
- Therapeutic colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45388: Colonoscopy, flexible; with ablation of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) (includes pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed)
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:
- Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
- Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
- Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
- Banding of Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoid Banding
CPT Codes:
- 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)
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. Garcia Chuapoco accept my insurance?
Dr. Garcia Chuapoco 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. Garcia Chuapoco accept in Burlingame, CA?
Dr. Garcia Chuapoco in Burlingame, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Sutter Health
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Where is Dr. Garcia Chuapoco's office located?
Dr. Rowena Garcia Chuapoco's Primary Practice
1860 El Camino Real Ste 101
Burlingame, CA 94010
What is Dr. Garcia Chuapoco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garcia Chuapoco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578563789.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garcia Chuapoco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garcia Chuapoco
What is Dr. Rowena Garcia Chuapoco's specialty?
Dr. Garcia Chuapoco is a Gastroenterologist near Burlingame, CA.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Rowena Garcia Chuapoco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garcia Chuapoco is affiliated with Ahmc Seton Medical Center, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 Rowena Garcia Chuapoco accepting new patients in Burlingame, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rowena Garcia Chuapoco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rowena Garcia Chuapoco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garcia Chuapoco's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rowena Garcia Chuapoco?
Please contact Dr. Garcia Chuapoco's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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