35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fleshner, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in West Hollywood, CA?
Dr. Phillip Fleshner, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in West Hollywood, CA. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Fleshner completed his residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Fleshner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fleshner’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fleshner’s office at (310) 289-9277.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fleshner?
Dr. Phillip Fleshner, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) 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. Fleshner empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Colon & Rectal Cancer & Surgery, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the West Hollywood/CA community, Dr. Fleshner is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Fleshner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Lahey Clinic | Massachusetts General Hospital
Residency: Mount Sinai Medical Center
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine, New York
Is Dr. Fleshner board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Fleshner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Fleshner speak?
Dr. Fleshner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fleshner treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Fleshner 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. Fleshner. 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:
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
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
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
- Z860100: Personal history of colon polyps, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal or Rectal Narrowing
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
- Anal Stricture
- Rectal Stricture
- Narrowing of Anus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
- K624: Stenosis of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Anal Abscess
- Abscess
- Anal Disorder
- Perianal Abscess
- Pus Pocket near Anus
- Anal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K610: Anal abscess
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Pouchitis
- After Surgery
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Inflammation of Intestinal Pouch
- J-Pouch Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K91850: Pouchitis
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine with Bowel Blockage
- Crohn's Disease
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Crohn’s Disease
- Small Bowel Crohn's with Obstruction', 'Ileitis with Intestinal Blockage', 'Bowel Obstruction from Crohn's
ICD-10 Codes:
- K50012: Crohn's disease of small intestine with intestinal obstruction
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula
- Colon Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
Also known as:
- Genital Warts
- Venereal Warts
- HPV Warts
- Anogenital Warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts
Also known as:
- Volvulus
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Twisted Bowel
- Bowel Twist
- Intestinal Torsion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K562: Volvulus
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
What procedures does Dr. Fleshner perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Fleshner 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. Fleshner. 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:
- Hemorrhoid Injection (Sclerotherapy)
- Hemorrhoid Removal by Heat
- Sclerosing Injection for Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoid Shrinking Injection
- Internal Hemorrhoid Treatment
- Infrared Coagulation for Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoid Cautery
- Radiofrequency Hemorrhoid Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46500: Injection of sclerosing solution, hemorrhoids
- 46930: Destruction of internal hemorrhoid(s) by thermal energy (eg, infrared coagulation, cautery, radiofrequency)
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp 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
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
Also known as:
- Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
- Endoscopy of Small Intestinal Pouch
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Diagnostic Proctosigmoidoscopy
- Rectal and Lower Colon Scope
- Rigid Sigmoidoscopy
- Small Bowel Pouch Endoscopy
- Kock Pouch Evaluation
- Ileal Reservoir Endoscopy
- Pouchoscopy
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
CPT Codes:
- 45300: Proctosigmoidoscopy, rigid; diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
- 44385: Endoscopic evaluation of small intestinal pouch (eg, Kock pouch, ileal reservoir [S or J]); diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Drainage of Rectal Abscess
- Rectal Abscess and Fistula Surgery
- Drainage of Perianal Abscess
- Abscess Drainage (Transanal)
- Abscess
- Anesthesia
- Ischiorectal Abscess Drainage
- Perirectal Abscess Incision
- Rectal Abscess Surgery
- Ischiorectal abscess drainage with fistulectomy
- Perianal abscess drainage
- Fistula-in-ano surgery
- Rectal fistula treatment
- Perianal Abscess Incision
- Anal Abscess Drainage
- Superficial Perianal Abscess Treatment
- Transanal abscess incision and drainage
- Rectal abscess drainage
CPT Codes:
- 46040: Incision and drainage of ischiorectal and/or perirectal abscess (separate procedure)
- 46060: Incision and drainage of ischiorectal or intramural abscess, with fistulectomy or fistulotomy, submuscular, with or without placement of seton
- 46050: Incision and drainage, perianal abscess, superficial
- 46045: Incision and drainage of intramural, intramuscular, or submucosal abscess, transanal, under anesthesia
Also known as:
- Endoscopy and Biopsy of Small Intestine Pouch
- Kock pouch endoscopy
- Ileal reservoir evaluation
- Small bowel pouch biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 44386: Endoscopic evaluation of small intestinal pouch (eg, Kock pouch, ileal reservoir [S or J]); with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula Surgery
- Fistulectomy
- Fistulotomy
- Anal Fistula Repair
- Intersphincteric Fistula Repair
- Perianal Fistula Surgery
- Perianal Fistula Repair
CPT Codes:
- 46280: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); transsphincteric, suprasphincteric, extrasphincteric or multiple, including placement of seton, when performed
- 46275: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); intersphincteric
- 46270: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); subcutaneous
Also known as:
- Seton Placement
- Fistula Seton Insertion
- Drainage Seton Placement
- Anal Fistula Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46020: Placement of seton
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Piles Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;
Also known as:
- Anoscopy with Dilation
- Anoscopy
- Anal Canal Exam with Widening
- Rectal Exam with Dilation
- Anorectal Scope with Balloon Dilation
CPT Codes:
- 46604: Anoscopy; with dilation (eg, balloon, guide wire, bougie)
Also known as:
- Intestine Ostomy Closure
- Small Intestine Resection
- Stoma Reversal Surgery
- Enterostomy Take-Down
- Bowel Ostomy Closure
- Enterectomy
- Bowel resection
- Small bowel removal
- Intestinal surgery
CPT Codes:
- 44625: Closure of enterostomy, large or small intestine; with resection and anastomosis other than colorectal
- 44120: Enterectomy, resection of small intestine; single resection and anastomosis
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:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Rectal Tumor
- Transanal Rectal Tumor Excision
- Partial Thickness Rectal Tumor Removal
- Rectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45171: Excision of rectal tumor, transanal approach; not including muscularis propria (ie, partial thickness)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Partial Colon Removal
- Minimally Invasive Colectomy
- Laparoscopic Bowel Resection
- Keyhole Colon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 44204: Laparoscopy, surgical; colectomy, partial, with anastomosis
Also known as:
- Extensive Anal Lesion Removal
- Anal wart removal
- Destruction of anal condyloma
- Anal papilloma treatment
- Anal lesion ablation
CPT Codes:
- 46924: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), extensive (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery)
Does Dr. Fleshner accept my insurance?
Dr. Fleshner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 289-9277 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fleshner accept in West Hollywood, CA?
Dr. Fleshner in West Hollywood, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fleshner's office located?
Dr. Phillip Fleshner's Primary Practice
8737 Beverly Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90048
(310) 289-9277
What is Dr. Fleshner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fleshner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881695286.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fleshner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fleshner
What is Dr. Phillip Fleshner's specialty?
Dr. Fleshner is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near West Hollywood, CA. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Fleshner to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Phillip Fleshner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fleshner is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center 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
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Is Phillip Fleshner accepting new patients in West Hollywood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Fleshner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Phillip Fleshner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fleshner's office at (310) 289-9277 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Phillip Fleshner?
Please contact Dr. Fleshner's office at (310) 289-9277 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Phillip Fleshner have?
Dr. Phillip Fleshner is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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