Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rhee, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Christopher Rhee, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV. He is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Rhee graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed his residency at Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center. Dr. Rhee is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rhee’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rhee’s office at (702) 791-0477.
Where did Dr. Rhee go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UCLA / Los Angeles, CA, Peds, Gastroenterology
Residency: Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center
Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science | Cagayan State University College of Medicine and Surgery
Is Dr. Rhee board certified in Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Rhee, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology since 2001
What languages does Dr. Rhee speak?
Dr. Rhee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Rhee treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Rhee 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. Rhee. 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:
- Gastrostomy Care
- Ostomy
- G-tube Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Stomach Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy
Also known as:
- Chronic Pediatric Feeding Disorder
- Long-term Child Feeding Problem
- Chronic Infant Feeding Issue
- Persistent Pediatric Eating Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6332: Pediatric feeding disorder, chronic
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Nausea
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Belly Button Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
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:
- Malabsorption After Surgery
- After Surgery
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Postoperative Malabsorption
- Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
- Surgical Malabsorption
ICD-10 Codes:
- K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
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:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Gastroparesis
- Stomach Disorder
- Delayed Gastric Emptying
- Stomach Paralysis
- Gastric Motility Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3184: Gastroparesis
Also known as:
- Fecal Smearing
- Bowel Movement
- Stool Smearing
- Fecal Leakage
- Soiling
ICD-10 Codes:
- R151: Fecal smearing
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Rhee perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Rhee 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. Rhee's office.
Does Dr. Rhee accept my insurance?
Dr. Rhee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 791-0477 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rhee accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Rhee in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
State of Nevada
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rhee's office located?
Dr. Christopher Rhee's Primary Practice
3196 S Maryland Pkwy Ste 309
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 791-0477
What is Dr. Rhee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rhee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750365961.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rhee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rhee
What is Dr. Christopher Rhee's specialty?
Dr. Rhee is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Las Vegas, NV. 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. Rhee to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Rhee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rhee is affiliated with Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Christopher Rhee accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Rhee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Rhee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rhee's office at (702) 791-0477 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Rhee?
Please contact Dr. Rhee's office at (702) 791-0477 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Rhee have?
Dr. Christopher Rhee is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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