Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Suarez, Gastroenterologist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Alejandro Suarez, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC. He is board certified. Dr. Suarez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Suarez’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Suarez’s office at (843) 571-0643.
What languages does Dr. Suarez speak?
Dr. Suarez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Suarez treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Suarez 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. Suarez. 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:
- 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:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD with Esophagitis
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Colon Polyps
- Digestive Disease
- Colonic Polyps
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
- Gastric Condition
- Duodenal Condition
- Digestive System Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
- K319: Disease of stomach and duodenum, unspecified
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
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:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- IBS-D
- Diarrhea-Predominant IBS
- Spastic Colon with Diarrhea
ICD-10 Codes:
- K580: Irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Which procedures does Dr. Suarez perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alejandro Suarez 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. Suarez's office.
Does Dr. Suarez accept my insurance?
Dr. Suarez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 571-0643 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Suarez accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Suarez in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Suarez's office located?
Dr. Alejandro Suarez's Primary Practice
2073 Charlie Hall Blvd
Charleston, SC 29414
(843) 571-0643
What is Dr. Suarez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Suarez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386936110.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Suarez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Suarez
What is Dr. Alejandro Suarez's specialty?
Dr. Suarez is a Gastroenterologist near Charleston, SC. 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. Suarez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alejandro Suarez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Suarez is affiliated with Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant Hospital, Musc Health University Medical Center 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 Alejandro Suarez accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Alejandro Suarez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alejandro Suarez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Suarez's office at (843) 571-0643 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alejandro Suarez?
Please contact Dr. Suarez's office at (843) 571-0643 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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