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Dr. John Homer, MD
Plattsburgh, NY
29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Homer, Gastroenterologist in Plattsburgh, NY?
Dr. John Homer, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Plattsburgh, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Homer graduated from University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington and completed his residency at Robt Packer Hosp, Gastroenterology; Robt Packer Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Homer is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Homer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Homer’s office at (518) 561-2000.
Where did Dr. Homer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Robt Packer Hosp, Gastroenterology; Robt Packer Hosp, Internal Medicine | Robert Packer Hospital/Guthrie Program
Medical School: University of Vt Coll of Med, Burlington Vt | University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington
Is Dr. Homer board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. John Homer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Homer speak?
Dr. Homer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Homer treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Homer 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. Homer. 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:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Large Bowel Crohn's
- Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's Disease
- Complicated Crohn's Disease
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications
- Regional Enteritis with Complications
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications
- K50919: Crohn's disease, unspecified, with unspecified complications
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Colonic Polyps
- Digestive Disease
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
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:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
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:
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Barrett's condition
- Esophageal metaplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia
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:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
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:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
Which procedures does Dr. Homer perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Homer 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. Homer's office.
Does Dr. Homer accept my insurance?
Dr. Homer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 561-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Homer accept in Plattsburgh, NY?
Dr. Homer in Plattsburgh, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CDPHP
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Martin's Point
Medicare
State of Colorado
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Homer's office located?
What is Dr. Homer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Homer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841268836.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Homer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Homer
What is Dr. John Homer's specialty?
Dr. Homer is a Gastroenterologist near Plattsburgh, 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. Homer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Homer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Homer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 John Homer accepting new patients in Plattsburgh, NY?
Yes, Dr. John Homer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Homer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Homer's office at (518) 561-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Homer?
Please contact Dr. Homer's office at (518) 561-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Homer have?
Dr. John Homer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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