Expertise in
5
conditions
Expertise in
5
conditions
Mission Surgery-McDowell
472 Rankin Dr # 3, 
Marion, NC 

Overview

Peter Bechtel is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Marion, North Carolina.

Dr. Bechtel is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 21 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in SC

Hospital Affiliations

Blue Ridge Regional Hospital
The Mcdowell Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

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
CareSource
  • HMO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
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

Mission Surgery-McDowell
472 Rankin Dr # 3, Marion, NC 28752

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. Peter Bechtel

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Peter Bechtel?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Peter Bechtel by calling their office at 828-659-5700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Peter Bechtel a top-rated expert for Gallstones?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Peter Bechtel is classified as an Advanced expert for Gallstones, 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. Peter Bechtel specialize in?

While Dr. Peter Bechtel is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Gallbladder Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Peter Bechtel participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Peter Bechtel has published 21 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gallstones. You can view a list of Dr. Peter Bechtel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Peter Bechtel accept my insurance?

Dr. Peter Bechtel accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 828-659-5700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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