Summary

Dr. Scott Rathgaber is a gastroenterologist who earned his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine. With 38 years of experience in gastroenterology, he has developed extensive expertise in digestive health and endoscopic procedures. Dr. Rathgaber is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Rathgaber practices at multiple locations across Wisconsin and Iowa, including La Crosse, Decorah, and Boscobel. He maintains hospital affiliations with Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital, and Gundersen Boscobel Area Hospital. His primary practice locations include the Gundersen Health System Gastroenterology And Endoscopy Center and Gundersen La Crosse Clinic, both in La Crosse, Wisconsin. He also sees patients at clinics in Decorah, Iowa, and Boscobel, Wisconsin, providing comprehensive gastroenterology care throughout the region.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 38 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Indiana University School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Scott William Rathgaber has 5 locations

Gundersen Health System Gastroenterology And Endoscopy Center

1900 South AveLa Crosse, WI 54601
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Gundersen La Crosse Clinic

1836 South AveLa Crosse, WI 54601
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Gundersen Decorah Clinic

1830 State Highway 9Decorah, IA 52101
Mon7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital

112 Jefferson StWest Union, IA 52175

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Dr. Scott William Rathgaber, MDDr. Milan Elmer Folkers, MDDr. Heather Joy Chial, MDDr. Daisy D Batista, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
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38 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 24 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, Spanish
La Crosse , WILa Crosse , WILa Crosse , WILa Crosse , WI
Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Scott William Rathgaber

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Scott William Rathgaber has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Scott William Rathgaber has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Dr. Scott William Rathgaber holds inactive and expired medical licenses in the states of Iowa and Wisconsin.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2024 and an expired medical license in the state of Wisconsin that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Indiana University School Of Medicine in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Rathgaber's NPI number is 1336141498.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Scott Rathgaber's office located?
Dr. Scott Rathgaber's office is located at 1900 South Ave, La Crosse, WI, 54601.
Which hospitals is Dr. Scott Rathgaber affiliated with?
Dr. Scott Rathgaber is affiliated with Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital, and Gundersen Boscobel Area Hospital.
Does Dr. Scott Rathgaber accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Does Dr. Scott Rathgaber accept my insurance?
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