Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
An ulcer of the intestine is a sore in the lining of the small or large bowel. When the sore develops in the duodenum, it's called a small intestine ulcer. These ulcers can lead to belly pain, bleeding, and other digestive issues. (ICD-10 codes vary by ulcer location and cause.)
Discusses your symptoms, current medications, and risk factors to understand your condition.
Orders blood work to check for anemia or signs of infection, and conducts stool testing to detect hidden blood.
Assigns the correct ICD-10 code for your specific ulcer location and cause, ensuring precise documentation and insurance coverage.
Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
Stomach ulcers are in the stomach lining. Intestinal ulcers are in the small or large bowel.
Stress doesn-t cause them alone but can make symptoms worse.
Most heal in 4 to 8 weeks with treatment.
Only about 5-10% of cases need surgery. Most heal with medicine and diet.
It's a rare ulcer caused by TB bacteria. Special testing confirms it.
It depends on where and why the ulcer formed. Dr. Chadha uses the right code for your records.
Some'like honey or probiotics-may ease symptoms but should not replace medical treatment.
Yes, though it's less common. A full checkup is needed.
You'll avoid food and drinks for 6-8 hours. We give clear steps before your test.
It's possible. Regular care, good diet, and follow-ups help prevent this.
