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Dr. Matthew Cave, MD
Louisville, KY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cave, Gastroenterologist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Matthew Cave, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY. Dr. Cave is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cave’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cave’s office at (502) 584-8563.
What languages does Dr. Cave speak?
Dr. Cave and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Cave typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Cave 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. Cave. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
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:
- 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)
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Cave typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Cave 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. Cave. 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:
- 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 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
Does Dr. Cave accept my insurance?
Dr. Cave accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 584-8563 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cave accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Cave in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cave's office located?
Dr. Matthew Cave's Primary Practice
401 E Chestnut St Unit 310
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 584-8563
What is Dr. Cave's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cave's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629117312.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cave?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cave
What is Dr. Matthew Cave's specialty?
Dr. Cave is a Gastroenterologist near Louisville, KY.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Matthew Cave affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cave is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin, Baptist Health Louisville, The Medical Center At Bowling Green, Baptist Health Paducah, Norton 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
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Is Matthew Cave accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Cave is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Cave offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cave's office at (502) 584-8563 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Cave?
Please contact Dr. Cave's office at (502) 584-8563 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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