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Who is Dr. Schowalter, Gastroenterologist in Lake Havasu City, AZ?
Dr. Joseph Schowalter, DO is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Lake Havasu City, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Schowalter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schowalter’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schowalter’s office.
What languages does Dr. Schowalter speak?
Dr. Schowalter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Schowalter treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Schowalter 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. Schowalter. 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:
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
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:
- 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:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, 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:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Other Specific Bile Duct and Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallbladder Disease
- Specific Biliary Disorders
- Named Bile Duct Conditions
- Other Defined Biliary Diseases
ICD-10 Codes:
- K838: Other specified diseases of biliary tract
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, 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:
- Other Intestinal Condition
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel Conditions
- Gut Problems
- Digestive Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Device Fitting and Adjustment
- GI Appliance Fitting
- Digestive Device Adjustment
- Enteral Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4659: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other gastrointestinal appliance and device
Also known as:
- Other Esophagus Condition
- Esophagus Disorder
- Various esophageal diseases
- Miscellaneous esophagus problems
- Other food pipe issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Which procedures does Dr. Schowalter perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Schowalter 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. Schowalter's office.
Does Dr. Schowalter accept my insurance?
Dr. Schowalter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schowalter accept in Lake Havasu City, AZ?
Dr. Schowalter in Lake Havasu City, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medica
Medicare
State of South Dakota
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Schowalter's office located?
Dr. Joseph Schowalter's Primary Practice
1840 Mesquite Ave Ste C
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
What is Dr. Schowalter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schowalter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811213473.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schowalter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schowalter
What is Dr. Joseph Schowalter's specialty?
Dr. Schowalter is a Gastroenterologist near Lake Havasu City, AZ. 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. Schowalter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Schowalter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schowalter is affiliated with Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center, Havasu Regional Medical Center, Benefis Health System-East Campus 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 Joseph Schowalter accepting new patients in Lake Havasu City, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Schowalter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Schowalter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schowalter's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Schowalter?
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