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Dr. Lawrence Bailey, MD

Kingsport, TN

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Bailey, Gastroenterologist in Kingsport, TN?

    Dr. Lawrence Bailey, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Kingsport, TN. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bailey graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bailey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bailey’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bailey’s office at (423) 578-1595.

    Where did Dr. Bailey go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine | Medical College of Georgia Program

    • Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    Is Dr. Bailey board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Lawrence Bailey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bailey speak?

    Dr. Bailey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bailey treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bailey 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. Bailey. 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:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    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

    Also known as:

    • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Barrett’s Esophagus
    • Barrett's condition
    • Esophageal metaplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Bailey perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bailey 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. Bailey. 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:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Injections
    • Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
    • EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
    • Upper Endoscopy with Varices Banding
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy
    • Esophageal Dilation
    • EGD with Dilation
    • Upper Endoscopy with Widening
    • Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
    • Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
    • EGD with Balloon Widening
    • EGD with Band Ligation
    • Esophageal Varices Banding
    • Gastric Varices Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
    • 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
    • 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
    • 43244: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with band ligation of esophageal/gastric varices

    Also known as:

    • Esophageal Dilation (Bougie)
    • Esophageal Widening
    • Bougie Dilation of Esophagus
    • Swallowing Tube Dilation

    CPT Codes:

    • 43450: Dilation of esophagus, by unguided sound or bougie, single or multiple passes

    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:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoidoscopy
    • Lower colon exam
    • Flexible colon scope
    • Rectum and lower colon check

    CPT Codes:

    • 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    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. Bailey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bailey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 578-1595 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bailey accept in Kingsport, TN?

    Dr. Bailey in Kingsport, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Fox Insurance Company

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bailey's office located?

    Dr. Lawrence Bailey's Primary Practice

    105 W Stone Dr Ste 2B

    Kingsport, TN 37660

    (423) 578-1595

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    What is Dr. Bailey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Bailey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437134723.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bailey?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bailey

    What is Dr. Lawrence Bailey's specialty?

    Dr. Bailey is a Gastroenterologist near Kingsport, TN. 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. Bailey to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lawrence Bailey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Bailey is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Lawrence Bailey accepting new patients in Kingsport, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Lawrence Bailey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lawrence Bailey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bailey's office at (423) 578-1595 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Bailey?

    Please contact Dr. Bailey's office at (423) 578-1595 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lawrence Bailey have?

    Dr. Lawrence Bailey is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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