Summary

Dr. Scott Plaehn is a gastroenterology specialist with additional training in internal medicine. They earned their medical degree from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed residency training at Metropolitan Hospital Center. With 35 years of clinical experience, Dr. Plaehn brings extensive knowledge to digestive health care. They are fluent in Spanish, German, and English.

Dr. Plaehn practices at Michigan Gastroenterology Institute PC in East Lansing, Michigan, and maintains hospital privileges at Eaton Rapids Medical Center. They specialize in treating conditions such as colon polyps and diverticular disease. Dr. Plaehn performs diagnostic procedures including colonoscopy and upper endoscopy to evaluate digestive concerns. Patients have given them an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 35 years of experience
  • 72 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, German, English
  • Metropolitan Hospital Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Michigan Gastroenterology Institute PC

1650 Ramblewood DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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3.8 
35 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
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Speaks Spanish, German, English Speaks English
East Lansing , MISACRAMENTO , CALansing , MIStoneham , MA
Med School: Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Scott A Plaehn

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida - Medicare
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Gateway Health
  • GEHA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Alliance - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ingham Health Plan
  • Ingham Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MagnaCare
  • McLaren Health Plan
  • McLaren Health Plan - Medicaid
  • McLaren Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • McLaren Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Physicians Health Plan
  • Physicians Health Plan - Medicare
  • Physicians Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Health - Medicare
  • Priority Health - POS
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Upper Peninsula Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Scott A Plaehn has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Scott A Plaehn has the following 11 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Metropolitan Hospital Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Plaehn's NPI number is 1750339073.

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Dr. Scott Plaehn speaks Spanish, German, and English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Scott Plaehn affiliated with?
Dr. Scott Plaehn is affiliated with Eaton Rapids Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Scott Plaehn's office located?
Dr. Scott Plaehn's office is located at 1650 Ramblewood Dr, East Lansing, MI, 48823.

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