Browse gastroenterologists in District of Columbia.
128
Gastroenterologists
100%
Accepting patients
81%
Most common: MD
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District of Columbia has 128 licensed gastroenterologists spread across the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD, which stands for Doctor of Medicine, at 81%.
66% accept Medicare. The most widely accepted carriers include unitedhealthcare, medicare, anthem, centene, and qhp-93078.
District of Columbia has 128 licensed gastroenterologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of gastroenterologists in District of Columbia are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among gastroenterologists in District of Columbia include unitedhealthcare, medicare, anthem, centene, and qhp-93078. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
An office visit copay is $30 to $75. A screening colonoscopy is $0 (preventive). A diagnostic colonoscopy costs $1,500 to $4,000. An upper endoscopy runs $1,000 to $3,000. Actual costs in District of Columbia depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Screening colonoscopies must be billed as preventive to be covered at 100%. If polyps are found and removed, the procedure should remain coded as screening. Verify that the endoscopy center and anesthesiologist are both in-network.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. District of Columbia has 128 gastroenterologists. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
66% of gastroenterologists in District of Columbia accept Medicare. Medicare covers screening colonoscopies every ten years for average-risk patients (no cost-sharing). Diagnostic colonoscopies and other GI procedures are covered with standard Part B cost-sharing. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Screening colonoscopies are recommended every ten years for average-risk adults starting at age 45. Patients with IBD, celiac disease, or chronic liver conditions may see their GI doctor every three to six months. With 128 gastroenterologists in District of Columbia, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
For blood in your stool (bright red or black/tarry), severe abdominal pain, inability to keep any food or fluids down, or suspected bowel obstruction, go to the emergency room. GI bleeding can be serious and needs prompt evaluation. If you are in District of Columbia and need urgent care, check FindClarity for providers with same-day availability or contact your regular provider's office for after-hours guidance.
Top accepted carriers in District of Columbia include unitedhealthcare, medicare, anthem, centene, and qhp-93078.
Screening colonoscopies are covered at 100% as preventive care under the ACA with no copay (for average-risk patients starting at age 45). If polyps are found and removed during a screening, the procedure should still be billed as preventive. Diagnostic colonoscopies (ordered for symptoms) are subject to your deductible and copay. Verify the endoscopy center is in-network separately from the doctor.