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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Twitchell, Hepatologist in Mesa, AZ?
Dr. David Twitchell, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Mesa, AZ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Twitchell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Twitchell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Twitchell’s office at (210) 567-4738.
What languages does Dr. Twitchell speak?
Dr. Twitchell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hepatologist like Dr. Twitchell typically treat?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Twitchell 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. Twitchell. 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:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
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:
- 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:
- Liver Failure
- Liver Disease
- Hepatic insufficiency
- Liver dysfunction
- End-stage liver disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7290: Hepatic failure, unspecified without coma
What procedures does a Hepatologist like Dr. Twitchell typically perform?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Twitchell 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. Twitchell. 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:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Twitchell accept my insurance?
Dr. Twitchell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 567-4738 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Twitchell accept in Mesa, AZ?
Dr. Twitchell in Mesa, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
IASIS Healthcare
Medicare
Mercy Care
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Twitchell's office located?
What is Dr. Twitchell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Twitchell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679215719.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Twitchell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Twitchell
What is Dr. David Twitchell's specialty?
Dr. Twitchell is a Hepatologist near Mesa, AZ.
What does a Hepatologist do?
Hepatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine classifies Hepatology as a subspecialty of gastroenterology. While physicians who refer to themselves as Hepatologists typically receive training in gastrointestinal programs, this is not always the case.
Is this Dr. David Twitchell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Twitchell is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Banner Ocotillo Medical Center, Banner Desert Medical Center, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Banner Estrella Medical Center, Banner Baywood Medical Center 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 David Twitchell accepting new patients in Mesa, AZ?
Yes, Dr. David Twitchell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Twitchell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Twitchell's office at (210) 567-4738 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Twitchell?
Please contact Dr. Twitchell's office at (210) 567-4738 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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