Matthew C. Cave
Expertise in
15
conditions

Dr. Matthew C. Cave

Gastroenterology
401 East Chestnut Street, U Of L Health Care Outpatient Center, Unit 310, 
Louisville, KY 
On Staff At
Accepting New Patients
25 Years of Experience
Expertise in
15
conditions
401 East Chestnut Street, U Of L Health Care Outpatient Center, Unit 310, 
Louisville, KY 

Overview

Matthew Cave is a Gastroenterologist in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Cave has been practicing medicine for over 25 years is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Angiosarcoma of the Liver, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Cave is currently accepting new patients.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 85 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of Kentucky, 2001

Residency

Washington University, Internal Medicine, 2005

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in KY

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine, Transplant Hepatology - 2010
American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology - 2007

Fellowships

University of Louisville, Gastroenterology, 2007

Hospital Affiliations

University Of Louisville Hospital
Baptist Health Lagrange
UOFL HEALTH - JEWISH HOSPITAL And Mary & Elizabeth Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Essence Healthcare
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Health Services
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Managed Medicaid
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TeamCare
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • 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

University of Louisville Physicians - Gastroenterology
401 East Chestnut Street, U Of L Health Care Outpatient Center, Unit 310, Louisville, KY 40202

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Cave has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

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.

4 Clinical Trials

A Proof-of-Concept and Dose-Ranging Study Investigating the Efficacy and Safety of HTD1801 in Adult Subjects With Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)
A Proof-of-Concept and Dose-Ranging Study Investigating the Efficacy and Safety of HTD1801 in Adult Subjects With Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: October 23, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Long-Term, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of Obeticholic Acid in Subjects With Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Long-Term, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of Obeticholic Acid in Subjects With Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: October 01, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Obeticholic Acid
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Obeticholic Acid in Subjects With Compensated Cirrhosis Due to Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Obeticholic Acid in Subjects With Compensated Cirrhosis Due to Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: October 23, 2023
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Obeticholic acid
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 4, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study Evaluating the Effect of Obeticholic Acid on Clinical Outcomes in Patients With Primary Biliary Cholangitis
A Phase 4, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study Evaluating the Effect of Obeticholic Acid on Clinical Outcomes in Patients With Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: March 09, 2023
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Obeticholic Acid 
Study Phase: Phase 4
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85 Total Publications

Chronic and Heavy Drinking, Nutrition Status, and Progression of Liver Injury Negatively Affect the Mortality Risk in Patients Suffering from Alcohol-Associated Hepatitis.
Chronic and Heavy Drinking, Nutrition Status, and Progression of Liver Injury Negatively Affect the Mortality Risk in Patients Suffering from Alcohol-Associated Hepatitis.
Journal: Journal of clinical medicine
Published: June 27, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Matthew C. Cave

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew C. Cave?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Matthew C. Cave by calling their office at 502-588-4600. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Matthew C. Cave a top-rated expert for Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Matthew C. Cave is classified as an Elite expert for Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, 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. Matthew C. Cave specialize in?

While Dr. Matthew C. Cave is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Angiosarcoma of the Liver, and Alcoholic Cirrhosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Matthew C. Cave participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Matthew C. Cave has published 85 articles and abstracts on conditions like Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Matthew C. Cave's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Matthew C. Cave accept my insurance?

Dr. Matthew C. Cave accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 502-588-4600 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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