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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. 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 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 a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Stephen typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Constipation
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
Also known as:
- Belly Button Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Stephen typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Stephen 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
State of Alabama
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Thomas Stephen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stephen is affiliated with Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola, Uk King's Daughters Medical Center, Baptist Hospital - Pensacola 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 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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