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Who is Dr. Gunter, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Rebecca Gunter, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Gunter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunter’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunter’s office at (216) 445-9596.
What languages does Dr. Gunter speak?
Dr. Gunter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gunter treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Gunter 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. Gunter. 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:
- Constipation
- Outlet Dysfunction Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
- Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Constipation
- Dyssynergic Defecation
- Obstructed Defecation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5909: Other constipation
- K5902: Outlet dysfunction constipation
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- Rectal Prolapse
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Protruding Rectum
- Bowel Prolapse
- Rectal Eversion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K623: Rectal prolapse
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Chronic Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
- Long-Term Anal Tear
- Persistent Rectal Fissure
- Chronic Fissure in Anus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
- K601: Chronic anal fissure
Also known as:
- Intestine Diverticulitis
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Abscess
- Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
- Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Other Muscle Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Various Muscle Conditions
- Uncommon Muscle Problems
- Specific Muscle Ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
Also known as:
- Fecal Smearing
- Bowel Movement
- Stool Smearing
- Fecal Leakage
- Soiling
ICD-10 Codes:
- R151: Fecal smearing
Also known as:
- Ileostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Ileostomy Management
- Small Intestine Stoma Care
- Ileostomy Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z432: Encounter for attention to ileostomy
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Which procedures does Dr. Gunter perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by a Dr. Rebecca Gunter may include:
- Abdominal Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Pap Smear
- Anoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Surgeon Consultation
- Colorectal Surgeon Follow Up
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery Second Opinion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gunter's office.
Does Dr. Gunter accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 445-9596 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunter accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Gunter in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gunter's office located?
What is Dr. Gunter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487997961.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunter
What is Dr. Rebecca Gunter's specialty?
Dr. Gunter is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Cleveland, OH. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Gunter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rebecca Gunter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gunter is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Hillcrest Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Akron General 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
Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
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Is Rebecca Gunter accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Rebecca Gunter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rebecca Gunter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunter's office at (216) 445-9596 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rebecca Gunter?
Please contact Dr. Gunter's office at (216) 445-9596 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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