34 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pieper-Bigelow, Gastroenterologist in Annandale, MN?
Where did Dr. Pieper-Bigelow go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Minnesota Program
Medical School: University of Minnesota Med School
Is Dr. Pieper-Bigelow board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Christina Pieper-Bigelow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pieper-Bigelow speak?
Dr. Pieper-Bigelow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Pieper-Bigelow typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Pieper-Bigelow 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. Pieper-Bigelow. 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:
- 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:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
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:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Pieper-Bigelow typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Pieper-Bigelow 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. Pieper-Bigelow. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
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:
- Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Esophageal Dilation
- EGD with Dilation
- Upper Endoscopy with Widening
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
Does Dr. Pieper-Bigelow accept my insurance?
Dr. Pieper-Bigelow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pieper-Bigelow accept in Annandale, MN?
Dr. Pieper-Bigelow in Annandale, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medica Advantage
Medica Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Pieper-Bigelow's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Pieper-Bigelow affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Pieper-Bigelow has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Pieper-Bigelow's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pieper-Bigelow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942260542.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pieper-Bigelow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pieper-Bigelow