Summary

Louis Bell specializes in gastroenterology and internal medicine, bringing nearly five decades of medical experience to patient care. They completed their medical education at Temple University School of Medicine and pursued residency training at Scranton Temple Mercy Hospital. With 48 years of practice, Louis Bell serves patients who speak English and Spanish.

Louis Bell maintains affiliations with Hilton Head Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout South Carolina, including Bluffton, Okatie, and Hilton Head Island. They focus on treating conditions such as colon polyps and diverticular disease. Common procedures include colonoscopy and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy. Patients have given them an average rating of 3.7 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 48 years of experience
  • 44 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Scranton Temple Mercy Hospital
  • 27 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Louis Bell has 3 locations

Coastal Gastroenterology

29 Plantation Park Dr Ste 203Bluffton, SC 29910
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Bluffton Okatie Outpatient Surgery Center

40 Okatie Center Blvd S Ste 125Okatie, SC 29909
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Coastal Gastroenterology

23 N Main St Ste 101BHilton Head Island, SC 29926
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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GastroenterologyInfectious DiseaseInfectious DiseasePathology
Accepts New Patients
3.6 
48 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Bluffton , SCHilton Head , SCHilton Head Island , SCPooler , GA
Med School: Temple University School Of Medicine Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Louis Bell

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • APWU
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Principal Financial Group
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Medicare
  • SummaCare
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Louis Bell has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Louis Bell has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Gastrointestinal Diseases (GI Diseases)
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Swallowing disorder (Deglutition Disorder)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Scranton Temple Mercy Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Bell's NPI number is 1932101656.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Louis Bell speak?
Dr. Louis Bell speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Louis Bell's office located?
Dr. Louis Bell's office is located at 29 Plantation Park Dr Ste 203, Bluffton, SC, 29910.
Which hospitals is Dr. Louis Bell affiliated with?
Dr. Louis Bell is affiliated with Hilton Head Hospital.
Does Dr. Louis Bell accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Louis Bell accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Louis Bell accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Louis Bell has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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