Summary

With 48 years in gastroenterology and internal medicine, Louis Bell treats colon polyps, diverticular disease, and diverticulosis, and performs lower GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy. They are affiliated with Hilton Head Hospital and see patients in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.

They completed their residency at Scranton Temple Mercy Hospital and earned their medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine. They speak English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Louis Bell 3.65 out of 5.

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
  • 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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GastroenterologyInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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48 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Bluffton , SCSavannah , GAHilton Head Island , SCSavannah , GA
Med School: Temple University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical University Of The Americas (Nevis) Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine
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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

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.
Does Dr. Louis Bell accept my insurance?
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Is Dr. Louis Bell accepting new patients?
Dr. Louis Bell is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Louis Bell's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
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.

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