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Who is Dr. Echols, Gastroenterologist in Montgomery, AL?
Dr. Heather Echols, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Montgomery, AL. Dr. Echols is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Echols’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Echols’s office at (334) 239-9257.
What languages does Dr. Echols speak?
Dr. Echols and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Echols typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Echols 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. Echols. 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:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
Also known as:
- Non-cancerous Stomach Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Stomach Disorder
- Benign stomach tumor
- Stomach neoplasm
- Non-malignant stomach mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D131: Benign neoplasm of stomach
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Echols typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Echols 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. Echols. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
- Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
- EGD with Balloon Widening
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Pill Camera
- Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
- Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
- Intestinal Imaging Pill
CPT Codes:
- 91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (eg, capsule endoscopy), esophagus through ileum, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Echols accept my insurance?
Dr. Echols accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 239-9257 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Echols accept in Montgomery, AL?
Dr. Echols in Montgomery, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Globe Life
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Echols' office located?
Dr. Heather Echols' Primary Practice
4126 Carmichael Ct
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 239-9257
What is Dr. Echols's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Echols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306070818.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Echols?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Echols
What is Dr. Heather Echols's specialty?
Dr. Echols is a Gastroenterologist near Montgomery, AL.
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. Heather Echols affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Echols is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Heather Echols accepting new patients in Montgomery, AL?
Yes, Dr. Heather Echols is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Echols offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Echols's office at (334) 239-9257 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Echols?
Please contact Dr. Echols's office at (334) 239-9257 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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