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42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Choksi, Gastroenterologist in Columbia, TN?
Dr. Amit Choksi, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Choksi graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Internal Medicine; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Psychiatry. Dr. Choksi is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choksi’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choksi’s office at (931) 388-8302.
Where did Dr. Choksi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Internal Medicine; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Psychiatry | University Hospital SUNY Health Science Center | Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine | Butler University in Indianapolis | Grant Government Medical College
Is Dr. Choksi board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Amit Choksi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Choksi speak?
Dr. Choksi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Choksi treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Choksi 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. Choksi. 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:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Inflammation
- Esophageal Ulcer
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
- Esophagitis
- Inflamed Esophagus
- Sore Esophagus
- Ulcer in Esophagus
- Sore in Esophagus
- Esophageal Sore
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
- K2080: Other esophagitis without bleeding
- K2210: Ulcer of esophagus 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:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp 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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Esophagitis
- Esophagus Disorder
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Barrett's condition
- Esophageal metaplasia
- Inflammation of the Esophagus
- Sore Esophagus
- Esophageal Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia
- K2090: Esophagitis, unspecified without bleeding
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Esophageal Varices
- Esophagus Disorder
- Varices of the Esophagus
- Enlarged Esophageal Veins
- Dilated Esophageal Veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8500: Esophageal varices without bleeding
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Choksi perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Amit Choksi 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. Choksi's office.
Does Dr. Choksi accept my insurance?
Dr. Choksi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (931) 388-8302 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Choksi accept in Columbia, TN?
Dr. Choksi in Columbia, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Farm Bureau Health Plans
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Choksi's office located?
Dr. Amit Choksi's Primary Practice
854 W James M Campbell Blvd Ste 303
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 388-8302
What is Dr. Choksi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Choksi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376508374.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choksi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Choksi
What is Dr. Amit Choksi's specialty?
Dr. Choksi is a Gastroenterologist near Columbia, TN. 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. Choksi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amit Choksi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Choksi is affiliated with Maury Regional Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?
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Is Amit Choksi accepting new patients in Columbia, TN?
Yes, Dr. Amit Choksi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amit Choksi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Choksi's office at (931) 388-8302 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amit Choksi?
Please contact Dr. Choksi's office at (931) 388-8302 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amit Choksi have?
Dr. Amit Choksi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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