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Gastroenterologists in Nashville, TN

133 listed in Nashville, TN · Listings last verified October 2026 · How we vet listings

We list 133 gastroenterologists in the Nashville area, most of them in Nashville, Murfreesboro and Hermitage. All are physicians (MD or DO), shown with the practice's phone number, address and Google rating where we could match one. 13 practices say they offer telehealth visits. Use the filters to narrow by city, telehealth, Medicare or Medicaid.

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Joseph P. Parker, MD

Heritage Medical Associates Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology

Practice rating 2.7 (7 Google reviews)

Address
222 22nd Ave N, Nashville 37203
Telehealth
Practice offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (629) 255-2156 Website Directions

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Kevin R. Finnegan, MD

Associates in Gastroenterology - Hermitage

Gastroenterology

Practice rating 4.9 (1,127 Google reviews)

Address
5653 Frist Blvd Ste 530, Hermitage 37076
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (615) 885-1093 Website Directions

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Kylie Swearingen, DO

Ascension Saint Thomas Medical Partners Nashville Specialty Center

Gastroenterology

Practice rating 4.7 (32 Google reviews)

Address
300 20th Ave N Fl 789, Nashville 37203
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (615) 284-1400 Website Directions

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Lucie Calderon, MD

Associates in Gastroenterology - Hermitage

Gastroenterology

Practice rating 4.9 (1,127 Google reviews)

Address
5653 Frist Blvd Ste 530, Hermitage 37076
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (615) 885-1093 Website Directions

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Mark D. Uhl, MD

Sumner Medical Group, PLLC

Gastroenterology

Practice rating 3.7 (27 Google reviews)

Address
110 Saint Blaise Rd Ste 200, Gallatin 37066
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (615) 230-8070 Website Directions

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Mene S. Zua, MD

Nashville Digestive Disease Center

Gastroenterology

Practice rating 3.4 (23 Google reviews)

Address
1308 Briarville Rd, Madison 37115
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Practice accepts Medicare
Medicaid
Practice accepts Medicaid
Call (615) 868-3131 Website Directions

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In the Nashville area

Our Nashville listings cover Middle Tennessee: Davidson County, Rutherford County, Williamson County, Sumner County, Montgomery County, Wilson County, Maury County and Dickson County. That reaches Clarksville to the northwest and Columbia to the south.

Specialist care here runs mainly through a few large health systems: Vanderbilt Health, Ascension Saint Thomas and TriStar, which includes Centennial Heart. Mental Health Cooperative and Centerstone run community mental health centers across the region. Independent groups practice alongside them, such as Heritage Medical Associates for GI care and Midstate Pulmonary for lung care.

Most listings are in Nashville itself, in Davidson County. Murfreesboro, Franklin, Brentwood and Hendersonville have the next-largest groups. Many practices have offices in more than one suburb. If you live in Clarksville, Lebanon, Gallatin or Columbia, check for a local office before driving into the city.

Gastroenterologists here include Heritage Medical Associates, Associates in Gastroenterology in Hermitage, Gastroenterology Specialists of Middle Tennessee and practices tied to Ascension Saint Thomas and TriStar. Murfreesboro and Smyrna have their own GI offices. Many groups run their own endoscopy centers, so ask where your colonoscopy would be done.

Nearby: Chattanooga, TN · Jackson, TN · Knoxville, TN

How to choose a gastroenterologist

A gastroenterologist, or GI doctor, diagnoses and treats problems of the digestive tract: the esophagus, stomach, intestines, colon, liver, pancreas and gallbladder. People see one for heartburn that won't go away, ongoing belly pain, diarrhea or constipation, bleeding, Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, and for colonoscopies.

Start with the kind of care you need. Many GI doctors handle a wide range of problems, but some focus on one area:

  • General gastroenterologists handle most needs: reflux, ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, screening colonoscopies and follow-up on abnormal tests.
  • Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) specialists manage Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis over the long term.
  • Advanced endoscopists do complex scope procedures, such as removing large polyps or treating bile duct and pancreas problems.
  • Hepatologists focus on the liver. Many are gastroenterologists with extra liver training.

If you're not sure, a general gastroenterologist is the right first stop. They'll refer you on if you need a subspecialist.

Check credentials. Board certification in gastroenterology shows a doctor has finished specialty training and passed a certification exam. You can look up any doctor's certification for free on the American Board of Internal Medicine website [1]. Our listings show the credentials doctors report in the federal NPI registry, but we don't verify board certification.

Know if you're due for a colonoscopy. Experts recommend colorectal cancer screening for adults ages 45 to 75 [2]. A colonoscopy is one option. Some people can start with a stool test instead. Ask your primary care doctor which test fits you, and whether your family history means you should start earlier.

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 [5].

Ask where procedures are done. Colonoscopies and other scopes happen in a hospital or a separate endoscopy center. The location can change what you pay, so ask before you schedule.

Know when not to wait. Vomiting blood or material that looks like coffee grounds, black or tar-like stool, or feeling faint, confused or cold and clammy with belly symptoms need emergency care, not an appointment [4]. Call 911.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a referral to see a gastroenterologist?

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. Some GI practices also want a referral or recent test results before they book you, especially for a procedure, so call ahead and ask what to bring.

At what age should I get a colonoscopy?

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends colorectal cancer screening for adults ages 45 to 75. A colonoscopy is one way to screen, and stool tests are another. People with a family history of colon cancer, certain polyps or inflammatory bowel disease may need to start earlier or screen more often. Ask your doctor what's right for you.

Does Medicare cover a screening colonoscopy?

Yes. Medicare Part B covers a screening colonoscopy once every 120 months for most people, or once every 24 months if you're at high risk. There's no minimum age. You pay nothing for the screening if your doctor accepts assignment. If a polyp is removed during the test, you may owe a share of the cost.

What happens at a first GI appointment?

Expect questions about your symptoms, diet, bowel habits, medications and family history, plus a physical exam. The doctor may order blood work, a stool test, imaging or a scope procedure such as an upper endoscopy or colonoscopy. Bring a list of your medications and any recent lab results, scans or procedure reports.

How do I know if a gastroenterologist is board certified?

Look the doctor up on the American Board of Internal Medicine's free "Verify a Physician" tool, which shows whether they're certified in gastroenterology. Our listings show the credentials doctors report to the NPI registry, but we don't verify certification ourselves.

Sources

  1. American Board of Internal Medicine — Verify a physician's certification
  2. U.S. Preventive Services Task Force — Colorectal cancer screening
  3. Medicare.gov — Colonoscopies (screening)
  4. NIDDK — Symptoms and causes of GI bleeding
  5. Medicare.gov — Doctor & other health care provider services (Part B)