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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garvin, Gastroenterologist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Brian Garvin, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Garvin graduated from Boston University School of Medicine. Dr. Garvin is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garvin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garvin’s office at (828) 254-0881.
Where did Dr. Garvin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Garvin speak?
Dr. Garvin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does Dr. Garvin treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Garvin 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. Garvin. 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:
- 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:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
- Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Ileitis
- Large Bowel Crohn's
- Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
- K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
- K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
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:
- 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:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
Which procedures does Dr. Garvin perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brian Garvin 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. Garvin's office.
Does Dr. Garvin accept my insurance?
Dr. Garvin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 254-0881 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garvin accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Garvin in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Garvin's office located?
What is Dr. Garvin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garvin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992822746.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garvin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garvin
What is Dr. Brian Garvin's specialty?
Dr. Garvin is a Gastroenterologist near Asheville, NC. 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. Garvin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brian Garvin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garvin is affiliated with Mission Hospital 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 Brian Garvin accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Brian Garvin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Garvin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garvin's office at (828) 254-0881 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Garvin?
Please contact Dr. Garvin's office at (828) 254-0881 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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