Spartanburg Medical Center - Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology • Spartanburg, SC
Clinic Type
Gastroenterology
Address
853 North Church Street, Suite 620, Spartanburg, SC 29303
Phone
864-573-7511
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Opening Hours
Sunday: CLOSED; Monday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Thursday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Saturday: CLOSED
Telehealth
https://www.spartanburgregional.com/services/telehealth/virtual-care
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
We are participating providers for most medical insurance plans. Please contact your insurance company or patient access representatives to confirm provider status for your plan.
Co-pays are required for all insured visits at the time of service, Co-pay at time of service, Billing inquiries: 864-596-1001 or 800-281-5346
Languages Spoken
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Pricing
FAQs
What services are offered?
Gastroenterology services; participating provider for most medical insurance plans.
What should I bring to my visit?
Current medications; medication reconciliation form if needed; photo ID; insurance, Medicare or Medicaid ID card; co-payment; prior medical records including allergies, chronic conditions, treatments or surgeries; questions for your doctor.
How can I schedule or modify appointments?
Current patients can schedule by phone, or use the MyChart patient portal or app to see available times. For changes, contact the practice.
What about new patient processes?
New patients are asked to complete a medical release form before your appointment to request medical records from other practices.
What if I need a prescription refill?
If using MyChart, you may request a refill through the app or online portal; if not available in MyChart, make an appointment for evaluation. Refill processing can take up to 24-48 business hours.
Is there a statement about insurance and payments?
We are a participating provider for most plans; bring your insurance card. Co-pays are required for insured patients.
What should I do if I need medical records transferred?
Contact the Medical Records Office at 864-560-6273 to obtain or transfer records.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye (Medical Group of the Carolinas - Gastroenterology): 3 out of 5 stars (6 reviews) (6 reviews)
- WebMD (Dr. Peter Kobes): 4 out of 5 stars (25 ratings) (25 ratings (3 reviews))
- Healthgrades (Dr. Mark Lijewski): 3.7 out of 5 stars (21 ratings) (21 ratings (10 reviews))
- Vitals (Dr. Peter Kobes): 3.7 out of 5 stars
- U.S. News & World Report (Dr. Peter Kobes): 5 out of 5 stars (aggregate score) (236 reviews)
Patients praise
- Physicians described as knowledgeable and patient by some patients
- Some instances of timely responses from clinical/nursing staff
- General hospital patient experience scores are favorable (e.g., 89% recommendation rate for the medical center)
Common complaints
- Communication issues with office staff and scheduling (e.g., appointment delays, difficulty getting results)
- Perceived lack of empathy or poor bedside manner in some physicians
- Frustration with insurance authorization and billing processes
- Difficulty navigating office locations or GPS errors
"This used to be a good place to go see a gastroenterologist... now I get the call today... that I can’t get my infusions because my prior authorization isn’t approved."
— Birdeye review (Medical Group of the Carolinas)"The nurse returned my call in a very timely manner (like an hour ). Listened to my concerns and set up an appointment within a matter of a day or two with dr Lijewski."
— Healthgrades review (Dr. Mark Lijewski)"Dr Kobes and his office to not respond to patient concerns or requests. Terrible."
— Vitals review (Dr. Peter Kobes)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. Berthrand C. Onuoha, MD - Internal Medicine Physician in Spartanburg, SC — May 14, 2026
- Dr. David E. Philippides, MD - Internal Medicine Physician in Spartanburg, SC — May 14, 2026
- 9 best South Carolina hospitals, US News & World Report says | The State — Aug 6, 2025
- Dr. Balbir Singh Minhas, MD - Columbia, SC - Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine - Book Appointment — Mar 9, 2026
- Spartanburg Medical Center Agreed to Pay $100,000 for Allegedly Violating Patient Dumping Statute by Inappropriately Transferring a Patient | Office of Inspector General | Government Oversight | U.S. Department of Health and Human Services — Nov 24, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More gastroenterology clinics in Spartanburg
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