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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bowlus, Gastroenterologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Christopher Bowlus, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Bowlus completed his residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Gastroenterology; Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bowlus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bowlus’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bowlus’s office at (916) 734-3751.
Where did Dr. Bowlus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Gastroenterology; Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Ca Davis Med Center
Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo
What languages does Dr. Bowlus speak?
Dr. Bowlus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bowlus treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bowlus 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. Bowlus. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Primary biliary cholangitis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Bile Duct Disease
- Primary Biliary Cholangitis (Primary Biliary Cirrhosis)
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Primary biliary cirrhosis
- PBC
- Autoimmune bile duct disease
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K743: Primary biliary cirrhosis
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
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:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
Also known as:
- Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)
- Other Bile Duct Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
- PSC
- Chronic Inflammatory Bile Duct Disease
- Sclerosing Cholangitis
- Miscellaneous Cholangitis
- Unspecified Bile Duct Infection
- Other Types of Cholangitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8301: Primary sclerosing cholangitis
- K8309: Other cholangitis
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Other specified liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
- Uncommon liver conditions
- Rare liver diseases
- Specific liver disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
- K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
Also known as:
- Hereditary Hemochromatosis
- Hemochromatosis
- Hereditary hemochromatosis
- Genetic Iron Overload
- Primary Hemochromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E83110: Hereditary hemochromatosis
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- High Liver Enzymes
- ALT Blood Test
- AST Test
- Elevated ALT
- Elevated AST
- Abnormal liver function test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Which procedures does Dr. Bowlus perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Bowlus 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. Bowlus' office.
Does Dr. Bowlus accept my insurance?
Dr. Bowlus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-3751 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bowlus accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Bowlus in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bowlus' office located?
Dr. Christopher Bowlus' Primary Practice
3160 Folsom Blvd Ste 3500
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 734-3751
What is Dr. Bowlus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bowlus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942252085.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bowlus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bowlus
What is Dr. Christopher Bowlus's specialty?
Dr. Bowlus is a Gastroenterologist near Sacramento, CA. 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. Bowlus to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Bowlus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bowlus is affiliated with Marshall 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 Christopher Bowlus accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Bowlus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Bowlus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bowlus's office at (916) 734-3751 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Bowlus?
Please contact Dr. Bowlus's office at (916) 734-3751 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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