Browse gastroenterologists in Montana.
81
Gastroenterologists
100%
Accepting patients
95%
Most common: MD
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Montana has 81 licensed gastroenterologists, which can make finding the right provider more challenging in some parts of the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD, which stands for Doctor of Medicine, at 95%.
University of Washington School of Medicine - WWAMI Montana Track and Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine - Montana Campus train gastroenterologists in the state. Notable hospitals include Billings Clinic Hospital, St. Patrick Hospital - Missoula, and Benefis Health System - Great Falls. Health systems such as Billings Clinic, SCL Health Montana (Intermountain Health), and Providence Montana employ many of the state's gastroenterologists.
78% accept Medicare. Patients with Montana Medicaid should verify coverage directly, as not all gastroenterologists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-30751, qhp-23603, and qhp-10091.
Montana faces significant rural healthcare access challenges due to its low population density, with some residents driving over 100 miles to reach a hospital.
Montana has 81 licensed gastroenterologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of gastroenterologists in Montana 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 Montana include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-30751, qhp-23603, and qhp-10091. 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 Montana 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. Montana has 81 gastroenterologists. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
78% of gastroenterologists in Montana 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.
Some gastroenterologists in Montana accept Montana Medicaid, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers screening colonoscopies and medically necessary GI services. Coverage details for newer medications (biologics for IBD) vary by state formulary. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Montana Medicaid participation before scheduling.
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 81 gastroenterologists in Montana, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
Top accepted carriers in Montana include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-30751, qhp-23603, and qhp-10091.
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.