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Dr. Amar Pinto, MD

Bloomington, IN

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pinto, Gastroenterologist in Bloomington, IN?

    Dr. Amar Pinto, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Bloomington, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Pinto is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pinto’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pinto’s office at (812) 330-3681.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pinto?

    Dr. Amar Pinto, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pinto empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Transplant Medicine-Liver, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Bloomington/IN community, Dr. Pinto is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

      What languages does Dr. Pinto speak?

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

      • English

      • Hindi

      • Kannada

      What conditions does Dr. Pinto treat?

      As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Pinto 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. Pinto. 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:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

      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:

      • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
      • Stomach Disorder
      • Gastritis & Gastropathy
      • Chronic gastritis
      • Long-term stomach inflammation
      • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

      Also known as:

      • Crohn's Disease
      • Crohn’s Disease
      • Regional Enteritis
      • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
      • Terminal Ileitis

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications

      Also known as:

      • Blocked Esophagus
      • Esophagus Disorder
      • Esophageal Obstruction
      • Food Pipe Blockage
      • Swallowing Difficulty

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K222: Esophageal obstruction

      What procedures does Dr. Pinto perform?

      As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Pinto 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. Pinto. 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:

      • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
      • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
      • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
      • Colonoscopy with Tissue Removal
      • 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
      • Flexible colonoscopy with EMR
      • Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
      • Colon polyp removal during colonoscopy

      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)
      • 45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection

      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:

      • EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
      • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
      • Colonoscopy with Injections
      • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
      • Colonoscopy
      • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
      • Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
      • Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
      • EGD with Balloon Widening
      • EGD with Biopsy
      • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
      • Upper GI Endoscopy
      • Stomach Scope with Sample
      • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
      • Colon Scope with Medication
      • Therapeutic Colonoscopy
      • Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
      • Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
      • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
      • Rectum and Lower Colon Exam

      CPT Codes:

      • 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
      • 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
      • 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

      Also known as:

      • Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
      • EGD with Polypectomy
      • Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
      • Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision

      CPT Codes:

      • 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

      Also known as:

      • Stopping Bleeding in Esophagus, Stomach, or Duodenum
      • EGD with Bleeding Control
      • Upper GI Endoscopy for Bleeding
      • Gastric Bleeding Treatment

      CPT Codes:

      • 43255: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with control of bleeding, any method

      Also known as:

      • Liver Elastography
      • Elastography
      • FibroScan
      • Liver stiffness test
      • Shear wave elastography

      CPT Codes:

      • 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report

      Also known as:

      • Capsule Endoscopy
      • Pill Camera
      • Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
      • Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
      • Intestinal Imaging Pill

      CPT Codes:

      • 91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (eg, capsule endoscopy), esophagus through ileum, with interpretation and report

      Does Dr. Pinto accept my insurance?

      Dr. Pinto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (812) 330-3681 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Pinto accept in Bloomington, IN?

      Dr. Pinto in Bloomington, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • Aetna

      • All Other Third Party

      • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

      • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

      • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

      • Express Scripts

      • First Administrators

      • Humana

      • Medicare

      • Steward Health Choice

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      Where is Dr. Pinto's office located?

      Dr. Amar Pinto's Primary Practice

      550 S Landmark Ave

      Bloomington, IN 47403

      (812) 330-3681

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      Dr. Amar Pinto's Practice 2

      707 W 2nd St

      Bloomington, IN 47403

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      Dr. Amar Pinto's Practice 3

      2651 E Discovery Pkwy

      Bloomington, IN 47408

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

      Dr. Pinto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255395794.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pinto?

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

      What is Dr. Amar Pinto's specialty?

      Dr. Pinto is a Gastroenterologist near Bloomington, IN. 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. Pinto to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. Amar Pinto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Pinto is affiliated with IU Health Bloomington Hospital 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

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      Is Amar Pinto accepting new patients in Bloomington, IN?

      Yes, Dr. Amar Pinto is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Amar Pinto offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Pinto's office at (812) 330-3681 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Amar Pinto?

      Please contact Dr. Pinto's office at (812) 330-3681 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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