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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bhattacharya, Gastroenterologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Renuka Bhattacharya, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Bhattacharya completed her residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Gastroenterology; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bhattacharya is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhattacharya’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhattacharya’s office at (206) 543-8606.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bhattacharya?
Dr. Renuka Bhattacharya, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bhattacharya empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Autoimmune Liver Disease, Cirrhosis, Hepatitis B & C, Liver & Biliary Disease, Liver Cancer, Liver Cancer in Transplant Patients, Liver Failure, Transplant Medicine-Liver, Wilson Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle, WA community, Dr. Bhattacharya is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Bhattacharya go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Gastroenterology; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va
Is Dr. Bhattacharya board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Renuka Bhattacharya, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bhattacharya speak?
Dr. Bhattacharya and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Bhattacharya typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bhattacharya 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. Bhattacharya. 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:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant Aftercare
- Liver Transplantation
- Liver Transplant
- Post-liver transplant care
- Liver recipient follow-up
- Liver transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Bhattacharya typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bhattacharya 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. Bhattacharya. 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:
- 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. Bhattacharya accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhattacharya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 543-8606 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhattacharya accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Bhattacharya in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bhattacharya's office located?
Dr. Renuka Bhattacharya's Primary Practice
1959 NE Pacific St
Seattle, WA 98195
(206) 543-8606
What is Dr. Bhattacharya's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhattacharya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932197902.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhattacharya?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhattacharya
What is Dr. Renuka Bhattacharya's specialty?
Dr. Bhattacharya is a Gastroenterologist near Seattle, WA.
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. Renuka Bhattacharya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhattacharya is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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
When to see a Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Renuka Bhattacharya accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Renuka Bhattacharya is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Renuka Bhattacharya offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhattacharya's office at (206) 543-8606 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Renuka Bhattacharya?
Please contact Dr. Bhattacharya's office at (206) 543-8606 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Renuka Bhattacharya have?
Dr. Renuka Bhattacharya is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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