Expertise in
1
conditions
Expertise in
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Overview

Michael Makar is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Coal Township, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Makar is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Cholecystitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 33 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Institution

Geisinger Commonwealth School Of Medicine, 2019 - Doctor Of Medicine

Residency

UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Med. School - Rutgers, 2022

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in PA

Fellowships

Geisinger Medical Center, 2025

Hospital Affiliations

Riverview Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • 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
Moda Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • 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

Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital - Gastroenterology
4200 Hospital Road, Coal Township, PA 17866
Other Locations
Geisinger Medical Center - Hepatology
100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822
Geisinger Medical Center - Gastroenterology
100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822
Geisinger Medical Center - GI Nutrition
100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822

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.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael Makar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Makar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael Makar by calling their office at 800-275-6401. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Michael Makar a top-rated expert for Diverticular Disease?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael Makar is classified as an Advanced expert for Diverticular 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. Michael Makar specialize in?

While Dr. Michael Makar is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Diverticular Disease, Cholecystitis, and Hereditary Pancreatitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Michael Makar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Michael Makar has published 33 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diverticular Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Michael Makar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Michael Makar accept my insurance?

Dr. Michael Makar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-275-6401 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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