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Dr. Joshua Waters, MD

Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)

Indianapolis, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Waters, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Joshua Waters, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Waters is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waters’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waters’s office at (317) 963-1400.

    What languages does Dr. Waters speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Waters typically treat?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Waters 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. Waters. 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:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Genital Warts
    • Venereal Warts
    • HPV Warts
    • Anogenital Warts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula
    • Colon Diverticular Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula
    • Anal Dysplasia
    • Anal Disorder
    • Fistulas
    • Perianal Fistula
    • Fistula-in-Ano
    • Abnormal Anal Tract
    • Abnormal anal cells
    • Precancerous anal changes
    • Anal epithelial dysplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K603: Anal fistula
    • K6282: Dysplasia of anus

    Also known as:

    • Colostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • Stoma Care
    • Bowel Diversion Care
    • Ostomy Bag Management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z433: Encounter for attention to colostomy

    Also known as:

    • Having a Colostomy
    • Ostomy
    • Ostomy Surgery of the Bowel
    • Colon stoma
    • Bowel diversion surgery
    • Large intestine ostomy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z933: Colostomy status

    What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Waters typically perform?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Waters 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. Waters. 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:

    • Extensive Anal Lesion Removal
    • Removal of Anal Lesions (Electrocautery)
    • Anal wart removal
    • Destruction of anal condyloma
    • Anal papilloma treatment
    • Anal lesion ablation
    • Anal Wart Removal (Electrocautery)
    • Electrosurgical Destruction of Anal Lesions
    • Anus Lesion Excision
    • Electrodessication of Anal Condyloma

    CPT Codes:

    • 46924: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), extensive (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery)
    • 46910: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; electrodesiccation

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoidoscopy
    • Lower colon exam
    • Flexible colon scope
    • Rectum and lower colon check

    CPT Codes:

    • 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • High-Resolution Anoscopy with Biopsy
    • Anoscopy
    • HRA with Biopsy
    • Anal Canal Magnification Exam
    • Anorectal Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 46607: Anoscopy; with high-resolution magnification (HRA) (eg, colposcope, operating microscope) and chemical agent enhancement, with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
    • Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
    • Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
    • Banding of Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoid Banding

    CPT Codes:

    • 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)

    Also known as:

    • Seton Placement
    • Fistula Seton Insertion
    • Drainage Seton Placement
    • Anal Fistula Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 46020: Placement of seton

    Also known as:

    • Anal Lesion Excision
    • Removal of Anal Warts
    • Surgical Excision of Anal Lesions
    • Anus Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 46922: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; surgical excision

    Does Dr. Waters accept my insurance?

    Dr. Waters accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 963-1400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Waters accept in Indianapolis, IN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareSource

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Waters' office located?

    635 Iu Health Physicians General Surgery

    550 University Blvd

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

    (317) 963-1400

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    Dr. Joshua Waters' Practice 2

    1701 N Senate Ave

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

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

    Dr. Waters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770747602.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waters?

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

    What is Dr. Joshua Waters's specialty?

    Dr. Waters is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Indianapolis, IN.

    What does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) do?

    A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders.

    Is Dr. Joshua Waters affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Waters is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Iu Health West 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

    When to see a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Joshua Waters accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Waters is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joshua Waters offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Waters' office at (317) 963-1400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joshua Waters?

    Please contact Dr. Waters' office at (317) 963-1400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Waters' office located?

    Dr. Waters' office is located in Indianapolis, IN.