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Dr. Maggie Westfal, MD

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Westfal, Surgeon in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Maggie Westfal, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Westfal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Westfal’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Westfal’s office at (617) 726-2000.

    What languages does Dr. Westfal speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Westfal treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Westfal 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. Westfal. 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:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
    • Second Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Perianal Blood Clot
    • Anal Disorder
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins
    • Anal skin tags
    • Perianal skin tags
    • Leftover hemorrhoid skin
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps
    • Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
    • Grade 2 hemorrhoids
    • Moderate hemorrhoids
    • Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
    • External Hemorrhoid Clot
    • Blood Clot near Anus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids
    • K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
    • K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
    • K645: Perianal venous thrombosis

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fissure
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Tear
    • Fissure in Anus
    • Perianal Fissure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K602: Anal fissure, unspecified

    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:

    • Rectal Prolapse
    • Rectal Abscess
    • Pelvic Floor Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Abscess
    • Protruding Rectum
    • Bowel Prolapse
    • Rectal Eversion
    • Perirectal Abscess
    • Pus Pocket in Rectum
    • Rectal Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K623: Rectal prolapse
    • K611: Rectal abscess

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula
    • Acute Anal Fissure
    • Anal Disorder
    • Fistulas
    • Perianal Fistula
    • Fistula-in-Ano
    • Abnormal Anal Tract
    • Tear in Anus
    • Fresh Anal Tear
    • Acute Rectal Fissure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K603: Anal fistula
    • K600: Acute anal fissure

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
    • K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Anal and Rectal Disorder
    • Other Anal and Rectal Condition
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Proctitis
    • Anorectal disease
    • Anal problems
    • Rectal problems
    • Anal Disorders
    • Rectal Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K629: Disease of anus and rectum, unspecified
    • K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula
    • Perianal Fistula
    • Fistula in Anus
    • Rectal Fistula

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6030: Anal fistula, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts

    Also known as:

    • Endometriosis
    • Endometrial implants
    • Endometrial tissue outside uterus
    • Retrograde menstruation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N809: Endometriosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Various Muscle Conditions
    • Uncommon Muscle Problems
    • Specific Muscle Ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle

    Also known as:

    • Complete Bowel Incontinence
    • Bowel Incontinence
    • Full fecal incontinence
    • Total loss of bowel control
    • Severe accidental bowel leakage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R159: Full incontinence of feces

    Which procedures does Dr. Westfal perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Maggie Westfal may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Westfal's office.

    Does Dr. Westfal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Westfal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Westfal accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Westfal in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Medicare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Westfal's office located?

    Dr. Maggie Westfal's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (617) 726-2000

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    Dr. Maggie Westfal's Practice 2

    5500 Front St Ste 320

    Summerville, SC 29486

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    Dr. Maggie Westfal's Practice 3

    55 Fruit St

    Boston, MA 02114

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

    Dr. Westfal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881007870.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Westfal?

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

    What is Dr. Maggie Westfal's specialty?

    Dr. Westfal is a Surgeon near Charleston, SC. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Westfal to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Maggie Westfal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Westfal is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Maggie Westfal accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Maggie Westfal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Maggie Westfal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Westfal's office at (617) 726-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Maggie Westfal?

    Please contact Dr. Westfal's office at (617) 726-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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