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Dr. Babak Danesh, MD

Babylon, NY

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Danesh, Gastroenterologist in Babylon, NY?

    Dr. Babak Danesh, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Babylon, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Danesh graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Danesh is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Danesh’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Danesh’s office at (631) 321-6400.

    Where did Dr. Danesh go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

    Is Dr. Danesh board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Babak Danesh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Danesh speak?

    Dr. Danesh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Persian

    What conditions does Dr. Danesh treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Danesh 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. Danesh. 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:

    • 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:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, 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:

    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
    • Sigmoid colon adenoma
    • Sigmoid colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    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:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Bowel Movements
    • Bowel Movement
    • Unusual stool
    • Changes in poop
    • Fecal changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R195: Other fecal abnormalities

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
    • Abnormal GI scan
    • Unusual digestive imaging
    • Digestive system imaging findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract

    Does Dr. Danesh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Danesh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 321-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Danesh accept in Babylon, NY?

    Dr. Danesh in Babylon, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Danesh's office located?

    Dr. Babak Danesh's Primary Practice

    400 W Main St Ste 300

    Babylon, NY 11702

    (631) 321-6400

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    Dr. Babak Danesh's Practice 2

    1000 Montauk Hwy

    West Islip, NY 11795

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    What is Dr. Danesh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Danesh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306823786.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Danesh?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Danesh

    What is Dr. Babak Danesh's specialty?

    Dr. Danesh is a Gastroenterologist near Babylon, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Danesh to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Babak Danesh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Danesh is affiliated with Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, Ny 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

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Babak Danesh accepting new patients in Babylon, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Babak Danesh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Babak Danesh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Danesh's office at (631) 321-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Babak Danesh?

    Please contact Dr. Danesh's office at (631) 321-6400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Babak Danesh have?

    Dr. Babak Danesh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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