Dr. Joel M. Biester

General Surgery
Medical Group Of The Carolinas-Division Of Surgery-Skylyn
1690 Skylyn Dr Ste 350, 
Spartanburg, SC 
Accepting New Patients
Medical Group Of The Carolinas-Division Of Surgery-Skylyn
1690 Skylyn Dr Ste 350, 
Spartanburg, SC 

Overview

Joel Biester is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, and Hernia Surgery.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Biester is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in SC

Hospital Affiliations

Spartanburg Medical Center
Cherokee Medical Center
Pelham Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English
German

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Absolute Total Care South Carolina
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Medical Group Of The Carolinas-Division Of Surgery-Skylyn
1690 Skylyn Dr Ste 350, Spartanburg, SC 29307
Other Locations
Medical Group Of The Carolinas-Division Of Surgery-Pelham
2755 S Highway 14 Ste 2200, Greer, SC 29650

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

2 Total Publications

Narcotic Consumption Analysis among Severely Injured and Advanced Aged Trauma Patients.
Narcotic Consumption Analysis among Severely Injured and Advanced Aged Trauma Patients.
Journal: The American surgeon
Published: June 13, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joel M. Biester

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joel M. Biester?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Joel M. Biester by calling their office at 864-577-1600. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Joel M. Biester a top-rated expert for Ogilvie Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joel M. Biester is classified as an Experienced expert for Ogilvie Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Joel M. Biester specialize in?

While Dr. Joel M. Biester is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Gallbladder Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Joel M. Biester participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Joel M. Biester has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ogilvie Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Joel M. Biester's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Joel M. Biester accept my insurance?

Dr. Joel M. Biester accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 864-577-1600 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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