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Dr. Caroll Koscheski, MD

Hickory, NC

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Koscheski, Gastroenterologist in Hickory, NC?

    Dr. Caroll Koscheski, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Hickory, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Koscheski graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Gastroenterology; Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Internal Medicine. Dr. Koscheski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koscheski’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koscheski’s office at (828) 328-3300.

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

    • Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Gastroenterology; Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Internal Medicine | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    What languages does Dr. Koscheski speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Koscheski treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Koscheski 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. Koscheski. 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 Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    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:

    • History of Adenomatous and Serrated Colon Polyps
    • Past Colon Polyps
    • Previous Adenomas
    • History of Precancerous Colon Growths

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z860101: Personal history of adenomatous and serrated colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    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:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Koscheski perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Koscheski 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. Koscheski. 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:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45382: Colonoscopy, flexible; with control of bleeding, any method

    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:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
    • 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
    • 43244: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with band ligation of esophageal/gastric varices
    • 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    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 Polyp Removal
    • Upper Endoscopy with Stomach/Duodenum Dilation
    • EGD with Polypectomy
    • Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
    • Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision
    • EGD with Dilation
    • Esophageal Dilation
    • Stomach Stricture Widening
    • Duodenal Stricture Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 43245: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with dilation of gastric/duodenal stricture(s) (eg, balloon, bougie)

    Also known as:

    • Stopping Bleeding in Esophagus, Stomach, or Duodenum
    • EGD with Bleeding Control
    • Upper GI Endoscopy for Bleeding
    • Gastric Bleeding Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 43255: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with control of bleeding, any method

    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:

    • Capsule Endoscopy
    • Pill Camera
    • Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
    • Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
    • Intestinal Imaging Pill

    CPT Codes:

    • 91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (eg, capsule endoscopy), esophagus through ileum, with interpretation and report

    Also known as:

    • Wireless Esophageal pH Test
    • Esophageal pH Test
    • Bravo pH Test
    • Esophageal Reflux Monitoring
    • Acid Reflux Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 91035: Esophagus, gastroesophageal reflux test; with mucosal attached telemetry pH electrode placement, recording, analysis and interpretation

    Does Dr. Koscheski accept my insurance?

    Dr. Koscheski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 328-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Koscheski accept in Hickory, NC?

    Dr. Koscheski in Hickory, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • StableView Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Koscheski's office located?

    Dr. Caroll Koscheski's Primary Practice

    415 N Center St Ste 300

    Hickory, NC 28601

    (828) 328-3300

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    Dr. Caroll Koscheski's Practice 2

    1470 E Gaston St Ste 600

    Lincolnton, NC 28092

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

    Dr. Koscheski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316901515.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koscheski?

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

    What is Dr. Caroll Koscheski's specialty?

    Dr. Koscheski is a Gastroenterologist near Hickory, NC. 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. Koscheski to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Caroll Koscheski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Koscheski is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center, CaroMont Regional 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 Caroll Koscheski accepting new patients in Hickory, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Caroll Koscheski is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Caroll Koscheski offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Koscheski's office at (828) 328-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Caroll Koscheski?

    Please contact Dr. Koscheski's office at (828) 328-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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