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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lowe, Gastroenterologist in Riverdale, GA?
Dr. Douglas Lowe, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Riverdale, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lowe graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at Med College Of Ga School Of Med. Dr. Lowe is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lowe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lowe’s office.
Where did Dr. Lowe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med College Of Ga School Of Med | Medical College of Georgia Program
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
What languages does Dr. Lowe speak?
Dr. Lowe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Lowe typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Lowe 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. Lowe. 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:
- 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:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Liver Disease
- Hepatic illness
- Liver condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- K769: Liver disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Upper Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Pain in upper belly
- Epigastric discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1010: Upper abdominal pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Lowe typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Lowe 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. Lowe. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- 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
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
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
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
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
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Does Dr. Lowe accept my insurance?
Dr. Lowe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lowe accept in Riverdale, GA?
Dr. Lowe in Riverdale, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lowe's office located?
What is Dr. Lowe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lowe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194755728.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lowe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lowe
What is Dr. Douglas Lowe's specialty?
Dr. Lowe is a Gastroenterologist near Riverdale, GA.
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. Douglas Lowe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lowe is affiliated with Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Northside Hospital Atlanta, Piedmont Rockdale Hospital, Piedmont Macon North Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital 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 Douglas Lowe accepting new patients in Riverdale, GA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Lowe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Lowe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lowe's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Lowe?
Please contact Dr. Lowe's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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