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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shmais, Gastroenterologist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Manar Shmais, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shmais is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shmais’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shmais’s office at (507) 271-8587.
What languages does Dr. Shmais speak?
Dr. Shmais and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Shmais typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Shmais 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. Shmais. 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 here.
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:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's Disease with Intestinal Obstruction
- Crohn’s Disease
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels
- Generalized Crohn's Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
- Crohn's Disease with Bowel Blockage
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Obstruction
- Panenteric Crohn's with Obstruction
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
- K50812: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with intestinal obstruction
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Colitis
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Shmais typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Shmais 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. Shmais. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Shmais accept my insurance?
Dr. Shmais accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 271-8587 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shmais accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Shmais in Saint Louis, MO 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 Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shmais' office located?
Dr. Manar Shmais' Primary Practice
1201 S Grand Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(507) 271-8587
What is Dr. Shmais's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shmais's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003540394.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shmais?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shmais
What is Dr. Manar Shmais's specialty?
Dr. Shmais is a Gastroenterologist near Saint Louis, MO.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Manar Shmais affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shmais is affiliated with Anderson 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
When to see a Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Manar Shmais accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Manar Shmais is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Manar Shmais offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shmais's office at (507) 271-8587 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Manar Shmais?
Please contact Dr. Shmais's office at (507) 271-8587 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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