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Who is Dr. Winters, Gastroenterologist in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. George Winters, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Grand Junction, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Winters is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Winters’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Winters’s office at (425) 467-0150.
What languages does Dr. Winters speak?
Dr. Winters and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Winters treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Winters 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. Winters. 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:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing in throat
- Esophageal swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
- R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase
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:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Vomiting Blood
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
- Hematemesis
- Bloody Vomit
- Upper GI Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
- K920: Hematemesis
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
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:
- Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
- Abnormal GI scan
- Unusual digestive imaging
- Digestive system imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Bowel Movement
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Irregular Bowel Movements
- Changes in Pooping
ICD-10 Codes:
- R194: Change in bowel habit
Also known as:
- History of large intestine cancer
- Colorectal Cancer
- Past colon cancer
- Colorectal cancer survivor
- Previous large bowel malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85038: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of large intestine
Also known as:
- Obstructed Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Blocked bile duct stones
- Obstructive choledocholithiasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8051: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis with obstruction
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
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
Which procedures does Dr. Winters perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. George Winters 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. Winters' office.
Does Dr. Winters accept my insurance?
Dr. Winters accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (425) 467-0150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Winters accept in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Winters in Grand Junction, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Colorado
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Winters' office located?
Dr. George Winters' Primary Practice
1035 Wellington Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(425) 467-0150
Dr. George Winters' Practice 2
1135 116th Ave NE Ste 140
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 467-0150
What is Dr. Winters's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Winters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104891910.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Winters?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Winters
What is Dr. George Winters's specialty?
Dr. Winters is a Gastroenterologist near Grand Junction, CO. 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. Winters to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Winters affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Winters is affiliated with Overlake Hospital Medical Center 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 George Winters accepting new patients in Grand Junction, CO?
Yes, Dr. George Winters is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Winters offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Winters's office at (425) 467-0150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Winters?
Please contact Dr. Winters's office at (425) 467-0150 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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