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Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD

(9 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology

University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine (1988)

Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders)

364 Richland West Circle
Ste A Waco, TX 76712

(254) 537-0911

Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD is a gastroenterologist in Ste A Waco, TX specializing in adult gastroenterology. He graduated from University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine in 1988 and has 38 years of experience. Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD is affiliated with Ascension, Baylor Scott & White Health and Waco Gastroenterology Associates.

Office Locations

364 Richland West Circle
Ste A Waco, TX 76712

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364 Richland West Circle Suite A
Waco, TX 76712

(254) 537-0911

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Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD in 2024

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Affordability:

esophageal manometry

gastrointestinal motility tests

manometry

In 2024, Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD had a list price for esophageal manometry, gastrointestinal motility tests, and manometry that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of providers in related specialties within Texas. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 10%

By Volume:

colonoscopy with biopsy

colonoscopy with lesion removal

By Affordability:

hospital care

inpatient care

inpatient hospital care

In 2024, among providers in related specialties within Texas, Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD performed more colonoscopy with biopsy, and colonoscopy with lesion removal procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of them and he also had a list price for hospital care, inpatient care, and inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital) that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Volume:

colonoscopy

diagnostic EGD

endoscopy

gastrointestinal biopsy

gastrointestinal procedures

removal of lesion

By Affordability:

gastrointestinal procedures

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within Texas, Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD performed more colonoscopy, diagnostic EGD, endoscopy, gastrointestinal biopsy, gastrointestinal procedures, and removal of lesion (e.g. growth) procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for gastrointestinal procedures that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Ste A Waco, TX during 2012 were gastrointestinal procedures, minimally invasive procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	418
doctor visit	524
esophageal dilation	52
gastrointestinal procedures	572
hospital care	347
inpatient care	347
lab tests	284
manometry	11
minimally invasive procedures	561
preventive care	66
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	418

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Ste A Waco, TX during 2013 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	410
doctor visit	416
esophageal dilation	63
gastrointestinal procedures	566
hospital care	206
inpatient care	206
lab tests	212
minimally invasive procedures	566
preventive care	69
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	410

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD.

**Gender**
Male	250
Female	417

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	523
Black	0
Hispanic	69
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	278
From 75 to 84	217
85 and over	44
Less than 65	128

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD in 2013

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	30
Dementia	11
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Ste A Waco, TX during 2014 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, diagnostic procedures and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	412
doctor visit	464
esophageal dilation	47
gastrointestinal procedures	591
hospital care	292
inpatient care	292
lab tests	62
minimally invasive procedures	591
preventive care	77
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	387

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD.

**Gender**
Male	248
Female	422

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	532
Black	0
Hispanic	70
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	298
From 75 to 84	202
85 and over	68
Less than 65	102

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	31
Dementia	12
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Ste A Waco, TX during 2015 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	350
doctor visit	426
esophageal dilation	49
gastrointestinal procedures	527
hospital care	281
inpatient care	281
minimally invasive procedures	527
preventive care	87
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	350

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD.

**Gender**
Male	480
Female	804

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	982
Black	146
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	560
From 75 to 84	400
85 and over	102
Less than 65	222

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD in 2015

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	31
Dementia	12
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Ste A Waco, TX during 2016 were gastrointestinal procedures, minimally invasive procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	354
doctor visit	431
esophageal dilation	44
gastrointestinal procedures	551
hospital care	236
inpatient care	236
manometry	14
minimally invasive procedures	537
preventive care	70
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	354

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD.

**Gender**
Male	247
Female	358

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	478
Black	0
Hispanic	64
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	282
From 75 to 84	199
85 and over	51
Less than 65	73

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	20
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	34
Dementia	15
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Ste A Waco, TX during 2017 were gastrointestinal procedures, minimally invasive procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD for Medicare patients.

cytology	14
diagnostic procedures	381
doctor visit	442
esophageal dilation	47
gastrointestinal procedures	577
hospital care	283
inpatient care	283
manometry	25
minimally invasive procedures	552
preventive care	78
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	381

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD.

**Gender**
Male	242
Female	432

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	534
Black	52
Hispanic	75
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	331
From 75 to 84	208
85 and over	42
Less than 65	93

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	32
Dementia	14
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Ste A Waco, TX during 2018 were gastrointestinal procedures, minimally invasive procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	419
doctor visit	297
esophageal dilation	60
gastrointestinal procedures	623
hospital care	188
injections	13
inpatient care	188
manometry	24
minimally invasive procedures	599
preventive care	76
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	419

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD.

**Gender**
Male	219
Female	419

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	523
Black	0
Hispanic	69
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	330
From 75 to 84	192
85 and over	51
Less than 65	65

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	30
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Ste A Waco, TX during 2019 were gastrointestinal procedures, minimally invasive procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	432
doctor visit	100
esophageal dilation	38
gastrointestinal procedures	575
hospital care	254
inpatient care	254
manometry	30
minimally invasive procedures	545
preventive care	52
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	432

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD.

**Gender**
Male	221
Female	297

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	419
Black	0
Hispanic	52
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	275
From 75 to 84	156
85 and over	26
Less than 65	61

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD in 2019

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	31
Dementia	13
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Ste A Waco, TX during 2020 were gastrointestinal procedures, minimally invasive procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	314
doctor visit	230
esophageal dilation	37
gastrointestinal procedures	419
hospital care	173
inpatient care	173
manometry	16
minimally invasive procedures	403
preventive care	24
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	314

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD.

**Gender**
Male	196
Female	286

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	399
Black	32
Hispanic	39
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	247
From 75 to 84	153
85 and over	35
Less than 65	47

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	34
Dementia	14
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Ste A Waco, TX during 2021 were gastrointestinal procedures, minimally invasive procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	359
doctor visit	214
esophageal dilation	26
gastrointestinal procedures	436
hospital care	159
inpatient care	159
manometry	16
minimally invasive procedures	420
preventive care	16
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	359

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD.

**Gender**
Male	205
Female	285

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	413
Black	25
Hispanic	37
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	258
From 75 to 84	162
85 and over	29
Less than 65	41

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD in 2021

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	32
Dementia	11
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Ste A Waco, TX during 2022 were gastrointestinal procedures, minimally invasive procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	477
doctor visit	196
esophageal dilation	41
gastrointestinal procedures	610
hospital care	116
inpatient care	116
manometry	22
minimally invasive procedures	588
preventive care	37
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	477

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD.

**Gender**
Male	231
Female	314

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	476
Black	23
Hispanic	33
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	303
From 75 to 84	181
85 and over	25
Less than 65	36

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	32
Dementia	5
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Ste A Waco, TX during 2023 were gastrointestinal procedures, minimally invasive procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	417
doctor visit	141
esophageal dilation	38
gastrointestinal procedures	532
hospital care	118
inpatient care	118
manometry	25
minimally invasive procedures	507
preventive care	20
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	417

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD.

**Gender**
Male	213
Female	259

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	398
Black	24
Hispanic	34
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	269
From 75 to 84	154
85 and over	24
Less than 65	25

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD in 2023

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	31
Dementia	7
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Ste A Waco, TX during 2024 were gastrointestinal procedures, minimally invasive procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	389
doctor visit	154
esophageal dilation	19
gastrointestinal procedures	493
hospital care	114
inpatient care	114
manometry	11
minimally invasive procedures	482
preventive care	38
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	389

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD.

**Gender**
Male	185
Female	276

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	395
Black	0
Hispanic	40
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	246
From 75 to 84	154
85 and over	37
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD in 2024

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	28
Dementia	7
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Ste A Waco, TX were gastrointestinal procedures, minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

cytology	14
diagnostic procedures	394
doctor visit	310
esophageal dilation	43
gastrointestinal procedures	544
hospital care	212
injections	13
inpatient care	212
lab tests	186
manometry	19
minimally invasive procedures	529
preventive care	54
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	392

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD.

**Gender**
Male	225
Female	351

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	23
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	467
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	44
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	182
85 and over	41
Less than 65	70
65 to 74	282

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	9
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	28
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Dementia	10
Cancer	12

Education & Training

Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD graduated from University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine in 1988. He completed residency at University of Texas Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Certifications: The American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology and has a state license in Texas.

Medical School: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine (1988)

Residency: University of Texas Affiliated Hospitals (1991)

Board Certification: Certifications: The American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology

Licensed In: Texas

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Ascension

Baylor Scott & White Health

Waco Gastroenterology Associates

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Medicaid, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW SeniorCare Advantage HMO, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSWH Employee Network Premium (PPO)/ HDHP, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus PPO-Individual/Family, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus PPO-Group, Catalyst Health Group-Catalyst Health - Baylor Scott & White Preferred, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Premier HMO-Individual/Family, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSWH Employee Network (SEQA & EQA), Nebraska Furniture Mart-Emerald, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus HMO-Group, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus HMO-Individual/Family, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW SeniorCare Advantage PPO, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Access PPO, Prism Electric-BSW Premier - Prism, Nebraska Furniture Mart-Pearl, Nebraska Furniture Mart-Onyx, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Premier HMO-Group and DFW ConnectedCare-American Airlines Employee Benefit Plan.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Medicaid

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW SeniorCare Advantage HMO

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSWH Employee Network Premium (PPO)/ HDHP

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus PPO-Individual/Family

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus PPO-Group

Catalyst Health Group-Catalyst Health - Baylor Scott & White Preferred

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Premier HMO-Individual/Family

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSWH Employee Network (SEQA & EQA)

Nebraska Furniture Mart-Emerald

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus HMO-Group

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus HMO-Individual/Family

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW SeniorCare Advantage PPO

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Access PPO

Prism Electric-BSW Premier - Prism

Nebraska Furniture Mart-Pearl

Nebraska Furniture Mart-Onyx

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Premier HMO-Group

DFW ConnectedCare-American Airlines Employee Benefit Plan

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Ste A Waco, TX.

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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Edward D. Contreras, BA, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
AbbVie, Inc.	$804 Humira $575	Moderiba $97	Viekira $44	Mavyret $39	Technivie $19	Other $30
Gilead Sciences Inc	$611 Epclusa $202	Harvoni $104	$306
AbbVie Inc.	$322 Mavyret $112	Humira $73	LINZESS $69	Rinvoq $67
Celgene Corporation	$269 ZEPOSIA $254	$15
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.	$247 ZEPOSIA $229	DAKLINZA $19
Other	$2,182 DUPIXENT $195	VOQUEZNA $182	Axonics $142	OLYSIO $111	LINZESS $103	Other $1,449

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$4,414
Education	$21

Biography

Dr. Edward Contreras practices adult gastroenterology in Waco, TX. His clinical interests encompass gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders). Patient reviews placed Dr. Contreras at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). He is in-network for Medicaid insurance. After attending the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine, he completed his residency training at a hospital affiliated with the University of Texas. He is conversant in Spanish. Dr. Contreras's professional affiliations include Ascension Providence and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest.

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