Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elizondo, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Phoenix, AZ?
Where did Dr. Elizondo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Pediatric Gastroenterology; Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Pediatrics | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Elizondo board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Ben Elizondo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Elizondo speak?
Dr. Elizondo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Elizondo typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Elizondo 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. Elizondo. 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:
- Belly Button Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Underweight
- Body Weight
- Low body weight
- Below healthy weight
- Malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- R636: Underweight
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Abnormal Liver Function Test
- Liver Disease
- Irregular Liver Function Study
- Unusual Liver Exam
- Liver Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R945: Abnormal results of liver function studies
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Elizondo typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Elizondo 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. Elizondo. 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 Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 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. Elizondo accept my insurance?
Dr. Elizondo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 267-1197 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elizondo accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Elizondo in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
IASIS Healthcare
Mercy Care
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Elizondo's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Elizondo affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Elizondo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Elizondo's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elizondo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831109909.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elizondo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elizondo