Adam Younis
Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology - Huntersville
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 13808 Professional Center Dr, Huntersville 28078
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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Hepatologists (Liver Specialists) in Charlotte, NC
42 listed in Charlotte, NC · Listings last verified November 2026 · How we vet listings
We list 42 hepatologists, or liver specialists, in the Charlotte area, most of them in Charlotte, Huntersville and Statesville. All are physicians (MD or DO), shown with the practice's phone number, address and Google rating where we could match one. 2 practices say they offer telehealth visits. Use the filters to narrow by city, telehealth, Medicare or Medicaid.
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Alex M. Kesler, MD
Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology - Rea Farms
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 11430 Red Rust Ln Ste 201, Charlotte 28277
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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Andrew S. Delemos, MD
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 1350 S Kings Dr, Charlotte 28207
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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Ashish D. Thekdi, MD
Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology - Rea Farms
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 11430 Red Rust Ln Ste 201, Charlotte 28277
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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Atul Khanna, MD
Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology - Randolph Road
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 2015 Randolph Road Suite 208, Charlotte 28207
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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Brandon T. Marion, MD
Piedmont HealthCare — Gastroenterology
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 208 Old Mocksville Rd, Statesville 28625
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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Caroline M. Barrett, MD
Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology - Huntersville
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 13808 Professional Center Dr, Huntersville 28078
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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Daria S. Yunina Distefano, MD
Tryon Endoscopy Center
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 16817 Marvin Rd, Charlotte 28277
- Telehealth
- Practice offers telehealth
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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David G. Scholz, MD
Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology - Randolph Road
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 2015 Randolph Rd Suite 208, Charlotte 28207
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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Dennis D. Kokenes, MD
Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology - Rea Farms
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 11430 Red Rust Ln Ste 201, Charlotte 28277
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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Devi Thangavelu, MD
Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology - Huntersville
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 13808 Professional Center Dr, Huntersville 28078
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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Fadi Chanaa, MD
Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology - Rea Farms
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 11430 Red Rust Ln Ste 201, Charlotte 28277
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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James L. Toussaint, MD
Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology - Rea Farms
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 11430 Red Rust Ln Ste 201, Charlotte 28277
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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Jason A. Wilson, MD
Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology - Randolph Road
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 2015 Randolph Rd Suite 208, Charlotte 28207
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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Jeffrey S. Zaidman, MD
Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology - Rea Farms
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 11430 Red Rust Ln Ste 201, Charlotte 28277
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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John G. Roddey, MD
Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology - Randolph Road
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 2015 Randolph Rd Suite 208, Charlotte 28207
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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John S. Hanson, MD
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 1025 Morehead Medical Dr Ste 300, Charlotte 28204
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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Kevin M. Lamm
Piedmont HealthCare — Gastroenterology
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 208 Old Mocksville Rd, Statesville 28625
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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Maria C. Hatara, MD
Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology - Huntersville
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 13808 Professional Center Dr, Huntersville 28078
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
Last verified Nov 2026 Report a correction
Natasha Adlakha, MD
Hepatology (Liver)
- Address
- 16455 Statesville Rd Ste 200, Huntersville 28078
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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In the Charlotte area
Our Charlotte listings cover Charlotte and the surrounding Piedmont: Mecklenburg County, Cabarrus County, Iredell County, Gaston County, Catawba County, Rowan County, Union County and Cleveland County. That reaches Hickory to the northwest, Salisbury to the northeast, Monroe to the southeast and Shelby to the west. This page lists only North Carolina providers, so offices across the South Carolina line aren't included.
Atrium Health and Novant Health are the hospital-system names you'll see most. Independent groups practice alongside them, such as Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology, and Piedmont HealthCare has offices for heart, GI and lung care.
Close to half of the listings are in Charlotte itself. Around Lake Norman, look in Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson and Mooresville. Concord and Harrisburg serve Cabarrus County, Gastonia serves Gaston County, and Matthews, Indian Trail and Waxhaw cover the southeast side. Farther out, Statesville, Lincolnton and Albemarle have smaller groups. Many practices have more than one office, so ask which one is closest to you.
Nearly all of our liver specialist listings in this area are in Charlotte and Huntersville, and most belong to Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology. Statesville and Monroe have a few. If your liver condition is complex, ask whether the doctor treats it regularly and where they refer patients who may need a transplant evaluation.
How to choose a hepatologist
A hepatologist is a doctor who focuses on the liver, gallbladder and bile ducts. People see one for hepatitis B or C, fatty liver disease, cirrhosis, autoimmune liver disease, primary biliary cholangitis, liver cancer and abnormal liver tests [2]. Most get a referral from a primary care doctor or a gastroenterologist.
Know that many GI doctors treat the liver. Hepatology is part of gastroenterology. Most hepatologists trained first as gastroenterologists, and many general GI doctors manage common liver problems such as fatty liver disease and hepatitis C. That's why some doctors in this directory are also listed as gastroenterologists. If your liver problem is mild or stable, a GI doctor may be all you need.
Start with the kind of liver care you need.
- General hepatologists manage long-term liver conditions, track liver health over time and treat hepatitis.
- Transplant hepatologists care for people with advanced liver disease, before and after a liver transplant.
Check credentials. The American Board of Internal Medicine certifies doctors in gastroenterology and in transplant hepatology. A doctor must be certified in gastroenterology before taking the transplant hepatology exam. You can look up any doctor's certification for free on the ABIM website [1]. Our listings show the credentials doctors report in the federal NPI registry, but we don't verify board certification.
Ask about transplant ties if your disease is advanced. If you have cirrhosis, ask whether the practice works with a liver transplant center. A transplant starts with a referral to a transplant center, where a team decides if you're a candidate [3]. A practice linked to a center can make that step smoother.
Confirm insurance before you book. Practices change the plans they accept, so call the office or check your insurer's directory. HMO plans usually need a referral first. Medicare Part B covers medically necessary specialist visits; you typically pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after your deductible [6].
Plan for distance. Liver specialists are fewer than other doctors, and many work at large hospitals. You may need to travel for a first visit. Ask whether follow-up visits can be done by video or with your local doctor.
Know when not to wait. Cirrhosis can cause bleeding from swollen veins in the esophagus or stomach [4]. Vomiting blood or material that looks like coffee grounds, or black, tar-like stool, needs emergency care, not an appointment [5]. Call 911.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between a hepatologist and a gastroenterologist?
A gastroenterologist treats the whole digestive system, including the liver. A hepatologist focuses mainly on the liver, gallbladder and bile ducts. Most hepatologists trained as gastroenterologists first, and many GI doctors treat common liver problems. If you have advanced liver disease or may need a transplant, a hepatologist is usually the right choice.
Do I need a referral to see a hepatologist?
It depends on your insurance. Most HMO plans require a referral from your primary care doctor before they'll cover a specialist visit. PPO plans and traditional Medicare usually don't. Many liver clinics also ask for a referral and your recent blood tests or scans before they book a first visit, so call ahead and ask.
What happens at a first hepatology appointment?
Expect questions about your symptoms, medications, alcohol use and family history, plus a physical exam. The doctor will review your liver blood tests and may order more labs, an ultrasound or a special scan that measures liver stiffness. Some people need a liver biopsy. Bring your recent test results and a list of your medications.
What is a transplant hepatologist?
A transplant hepatologist cares for people with advanced liver disease or liver failure. They help decide whether someone may need a new liver and care for them before and after a transplant. In the U.S., they're certified through the American Board of Internal Medicine, and they must be certified in gastroenterology first.
How do I know if a hepatologist is board certified?
Look the doctor up on the American Board of Internal Medicine's free "Verify a Physician" tool. It shows whether a doctor is certified in gastroenterology and in transplant hepatology. Our listings show the credentials doctors report to the NPI registry, but we don't verify certification ourselves.
Sources
- American Board of Internal Medicine — Verify a physician's certification
- American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases — Patient resources
- NIDDK — Liver transplant
- NIDDK — Symptoms and causes of cirrhosis
- NIDDK — Symptoms and causes of GI bleeding
- Medicare.gov — Doctor & other health care provider services (Part B)