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Dr. Charles Bussell, MD

Waco, TX

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    Who is Dr. Bussell, Gastroenterologist in Waco, TX?

    Dr. Charles Bussell, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Waco, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bussell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bussell’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bussell’s office at (254) 537-0911.

    What languages does Dr. Bussell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bussell treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bussell 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. Bussell. 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:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, 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:

    • Abnormal Bowel Movements
    • Change in Bowel Habits
    • Bowel Movement
    • Unusual stool
    • Changes in poop
    • Fecal changes
    • Altered Bowel Habits
    • Irregular Bowel Movements
    • Changes in Pooping

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R195: Other fecal abnormalities
    • R194: Change in bowel habit

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    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:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    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:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    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 Sigmoid Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
    • Sigmoid colon adenoma
    • Sigmoid colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    Does Dr. Bussell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bussell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 537-0911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bussell accept in Waco, TX?

    Dr. Bussell in Waco, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Baylor Scott & White Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bussell's office located?

    Dr. Charles Bussell's Primary Practice

    364 Richland West Cir # A

    Waco, TX 76712

    (254) 537-0911

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    Dr. Charles Bussell's Practice 2

    1605 S 31st St

    Temple, TX 76508

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    Dr. Charles Bussell's Practice 3

    810 W U Ave

    Temple, TX 76508

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

    Dr. Bussell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306409438.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bussell?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Bussell's specialty?

    Dr. Bussell is a Gastroenterologist near Waco, 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. Bussell to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charles Bussell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Bussell is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ascension Providence Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Charles Bussell accepting new patients in Waco, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Bussell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Bussell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bussell's office at (254) 537-0911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Bussell?

    Please contact Dr. Bussell's office at (254) 537-0911 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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