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Dr. Thomas Stephen, MD
Louisville, KY
43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stephen, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Thomas Stephen, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Stephen graduated from Government Medical College Kottayam and completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Pediatric Gastroenterology Henry Ford Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Stephen is fluent in English and Malayalam, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stephen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stephen’s office at (502) 588-2220.
Where did Dr. Stephen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Pediatric Gastroenterology Henry Ford Hosp, Internal Medicine | University of Louisville School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Government Medical College Kottayam | Med College Thiruvananthapuram
What languages does Dr. Stephen speak?
Dr. Stephen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Malayalam
What conditions does Dr. Stephen treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Stephen 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. Stephen. 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:
- Belly Button Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Lower belly pain
- Pain in lower abdomen
- Abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1030: Lower abdominal pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Constipation
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
- K5900: Constipation, 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:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- CVS
- Recurrent vomiting
- Periodic vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R1115: Cyclical vomiting syndrome unrelated to migraine
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Spastic Colon
- Functional Bowel Disorder
- IBS
ICD-10 Codes:
- K589: Irritable bowel syndrome, unspecified
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:
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Involuntary Weight Loss
- Significant Weight Loss
- Unintentional Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R634: Abnormal weight loss
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Which procedures does Dr. Stephen perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Thomas Stephen may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Stephen's office.
Does Dr. Stephen accept my insurance?
Dr. Stephen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 588-2220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stephen accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Stephen in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
State of Alabama
State of Florida
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Stephen's office located?
Dr. Thomas Stephen's Primary Practice
411 E Chestnut St # 5B
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 588-2220
Dr. Thomas Stephen's Practice 2
9880 Angies Way Ste 330
Louisville, KY 40241
(502) 588-2330
What is Dr. Stephen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stephen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922082460.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stephen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stephen
What is Dr. Thomas Stephen's specialty?
Dr. Stephen is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Louisville, KY. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Stephen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Stephen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stephen is affiliated with Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola 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 Thomas Stephen accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Stephen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Stephen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stephen's office at (502) 588-2220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Stephen?
Please contact Dr. Stephen's office at (502) 588-2220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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