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Who is Dr. Fleckenstein, Gastroenterologist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Jaquelyn Fleckenstein, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fleckenstein is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fleckenstein’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fleckenstein’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fleckenstein?
Dr. Jaquelyn Fleckenstein, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Fleckenstein empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cirrhosis, Hepatitis C, Hepatology, Liver Cancer, Liver Disease, Transplant Medicine-Liver, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Saint Louis, MO community, Dr. Fleckenstein is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Fleckenstein speak?
Dr. Fleckenstein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Fleckenstein typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Fleckenstein 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. Fleckenstein. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Fleckenstein typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Fleckenstein 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. Fleckenstein. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
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
Does Dr. Fleckenstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Fleckenstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fleckenstein accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Fleckenstein in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Auxiant
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fleckenstein's office located?
What is Dr. Fleckenstein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fleckenstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386600864.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fleckenstein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fleckenstein
What is Dr. Jaquelyn Fleckenstein's specialty?
Dr. Fleckenstein is a Gastroenterologist near Saint Louis, MO.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Jaquelyn Fleckenstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fleckenstein is affiliated with Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Jaquelyn Fleckenstein accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Jaquelyn Fleckenstein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jaquelyn Fleckenstein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fleckenstein's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jaquelyn Fleckenstein?
Please contact Dr. Fleckenstein's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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