Summary

Dr. Matthew Bechtold is a gastroenterologist who focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the digestive system. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri Columbia School of Medicine and has been practicing for 25 years. Dr. Bechtold is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Bechtold practices at the Missouri Digestive Health Center-Fairview Clinic in Columbia, Missouri, and maintains an affiliation with Missouri Orthopaedic Institute. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and Crohn's disease. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures, as well as providing home infusion therapy for patients who require specialized treatment. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.2
  • 25 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Spent time with me
  • Provided follow-up after the visit
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

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3.2 
25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Columbia , MOSacramento , CATallahassee , FLSacramento , CA
Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: Creighton University College of Nursing Med School: Emory University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Matthew L Bechtold

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Cigna
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • GEHA
  • Healthlink
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • State Farm
  • Transamerica
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Matthew L Bechtold has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Matthew L Bechtold has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Gastroenterologist
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Nutritional Support
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Matthew L Bechtold holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine in 2001.

NPI Number

Matthew L Bechtold's NPI number is 1528023090.

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Which hospitals is Matthew Bechtold affiliated with?
Matthew Bechtold is affiliated with Missouri Orthopaedic Institute.
Where is Matthew Bechtold's office located?
Matthew Bechtold's office is located at 101 S Fairview Rd, Columbia, MO, 65203.
Does Matthew Bechtold accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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