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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lawitz, Gastroenterologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Eric Lawitz, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Lawitz graduated from Rush and completed his residency at San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Gastroenterology; Brooke Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lawitz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lawitz’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lawitz’s office.
Where did Dr. Lawitz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Gastroenterology; Brooke Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium Program
Medical School: Rush Med Coll of Rush University, Chicago Il | Rush | Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
Is Dr. Lawitz board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Eric Lawitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lawitz speak?
Dr. Lawitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lawitz treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Lawitz 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. Lawitz. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
What procedures does Dr. Lawitz perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Lawitz 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. Lawitz. 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:
- 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
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 Biopsy (Needle)
- Catheter Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
- Transcatheter tissue sample
- Minimally invasive biopsy
- Biopsy using catheter
CPT Codes:
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
- 37200: Transcatheter biopsy
Does Dr. Lawitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Lawitz 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. Lawitz accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Lawitz in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthComp
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lawitz's office located?
What is Dr. Lawitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lawitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578661716.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lawitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lawitz
What is Dr. Eric Lawitz's specialty?
Dr. Lawitz is a Gastroenterologist near San Antonio, TX. 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. Lawitz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Eric Lawitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lawitz is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Shannon Medical Center, CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline, DHR Health, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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
Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?
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Is Eric Lawitz accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Eric Lawitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Lawitz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lawitz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Lawitz?
Please contact Dr. Lawitz's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Lawitz have?
Dr. Eric Lawitz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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