Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fazio, Gastroenterologist in Staten Island, NY?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fazio?
Dr. Richard Fazio, 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. Fazio empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Colonoscopy, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Staten Island, NY community, Dr. Fazio is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Fazio go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Sisters Charity Hlthcare Sys, Gastroenterology; Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | St Vincent Charity Medical Center/Case Western Reserve University Program
Medical School: University Di Bologna, Fac Di Med E Chirurgia, Bologna | University degli Studi di Bologna Scuola di Medicina e Chirurgia
Is Dr. Fazio board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Fazio, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fazio speak?
Dr. Fazio and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Chinese
- English
- German
- Italian
- Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Fazio typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Fazio 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. Fazio. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Intestinal Diverticula
- Pouches in Intestine
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5790: Diverticulosis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Fazio typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Fazio 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. Fazio. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
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
Does Dr. Fazio accept my insurance?
Dr. Fazio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 448-1122 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fazio accept in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Fazio in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Partners Health Plan New York
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Where is Dr. Fazio's office located?
Dr. Richard Fazio's Primary Practice
78 Todt Hill Rd Ste 203
Staten Island, NY 10314
(718) 448-1122
What hospitals are Dr. Fazio affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Fazio has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Fazio's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fazio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285601419.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fazio?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fazio