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Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC

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(Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC)

(133 Ratings)

Specializes in: Complementary and Alternative Medicine, General Surgery, General Practice and Surgical Oncology (Cancer Surgery)

University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine (2004)

Professional interests include: cancer, colorectal surgery procedures, gastrointestinal cancer, and more.

1211 21st Avenue S Suite 220
Nashville, TN 37212

(615) 322-5000

Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC is an alternative medicine practitioner in Nashville, TN specializing in complementary and alternative medicine, general surgery, general practice and surgical oncology (cancer surgery). He graduated from University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine in 2004 and has 22 years of experience. Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Health Care, Vanderbilt Health, Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) and Vanderbilt Colon and Rectal Surgery.

Office Locations

1211 21st Avenue S Suite 220
Nashville, TN 37212

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1211 21st Avenue South Suite 220 Vanderbilt Colon and Rectal Surgery
Nashville, TN 37212

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1211 21st Avenue South Suite 220
Nashville, TN 37212

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1003 Reserve Boulevard Vanderbilt Colon and Rectal Surgery Spring Hill
Spring Hill, TN 37174

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1301 Medical Center Drive
Nashville, TN 37232

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Vanderbilt Health

1620 Westgate Circle Suite 200
Brentwood, TN 37027

(615) 322-2063

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Some issues Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC can help you with:

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.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC treated as an alternative medicine practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2012 were minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	128
gastrointestinal procedures	49
minimally invasive procedures	49

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC treated as an alternative medicine practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2013 were minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	113
gastrointestinal procedures	36
minimally invasive procedures	36

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC.

**Gender**
Male	77
Female	70

**Age**
From 65 to 74	72
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	37

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC in 2013

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	35

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC treated as an alternative medicine practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2014 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	102
gastrointestinal procedures	40
minimally invasive procedures	40
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	12

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC.

**Gender**
Male	64
Female	71

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	118
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	56
From 75 to 84	39
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC in 2014

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	44

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC treated as an alternative medicine practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2015 were minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	107
gastrointestinal procedures	17
minimally invasive procedures	17

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC.

**Gender**
Male	162
Female	118

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	252
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	130
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	80

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC in 2015

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	50

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC treated as an alternative medicine practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2016 were minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	121
gastrointestinal procedures	35
minimally invasive procedures	35

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC.

**Gender**
Male	90
Female	69

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	142
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	79
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	52

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC in 2016

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	36

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC treated as an alternative medicine practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	37
gastrointestinal procedures	18
minimally invasive procedures	18

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC.

**Gender**
Male	59
Female	43

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	89
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	54
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC in 2017

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	40

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC treated as an alternative medicine practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2018 were minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	28
gastrointestinal procedures	13
minimally invasive procedures	13

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC.

**Gender**
Male	60
Female	50

**Age**
From 65 to 74	46
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	31

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC in 2018

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	21
Dementia	12
Cancer	45

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC treated as an alternative medicine practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	46
gastrointestinal procedures	27
minimally invasive procedures	27
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	11

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC.

**Gender**
Male	54
Female	46

**Age**
From 65 to 74	50
From 75 to 84	24
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC in 2019

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	34

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC treated as an alternative medicine practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	66
gastrointestinal procedures	14
minimally invasive procedures	14

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC.

**Gender**
Male	57
Female	54

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	90
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	65
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	23

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC in 2020

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	37

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	47

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC.

**Gender**
Male	49
Female	42

**Age**
From 65 to 74	45
From 75 to 84	29
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC in 2021

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	34
Dementia	0
Cancer	45

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	53

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC.

**Gender**
Male	54
Female	45

**Age**
From 65 to 74	47
From 75 to 84	29
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC in 2022

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	28
Dementia	0
Cancer	47

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC treated as an alternative medicine practitioner in Nashville, TN were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	77
gastrointestinal procedures	27
minimally invasive procedures	27
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC.

**Gender**
Male	66
Female	55

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	62
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	11
85 and over	0
Less than 65	22
65 to 74	58

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, cancer and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	4
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	23
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Cancer	37
Dementia	1

Education & Training

Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC graduated from University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine in 2004. He completed residency at University of Missouri Health System. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery and has a state license in Missouri.

Medical School: University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine (2004)

Residency: University of Missouri Health System (2009)

Board Certification: American Board of Surgery

Licensed In: Missouri

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Baptist Memorial Health Care

Vanderbilt Health

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC)

Vanderbilt Colon and Rectal Surgery

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 133 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC from all over the web to help you find the right in Nashville, TN.

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Reviews From Around The Web

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-11-17

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr. Geiger, is wonderful. He asked about how I was recovering, and if I had any questions that he could answer for me. He told me to keep up the good work and not push myself too hard after the surgery.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-02-17

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr Geiger and his staff have been amazing.

Research Payments

Dr. Timothy M. Geiger, MD, MMHC has received 1 research payments totaling $5,255.

Biography

Dr. Timothy Geiger is a general practice, general surgery, and surgical oncology (cancer surgery) specialist in Nashville, TN, Spring Hill, TN, and Brentwood, TN. After completing medical school at the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine and the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, he performed his residency at the University of Missouri Health System and a hospital affiliated with the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC). Dr. Geiger's areas of expertise include cancer surgery, colorectal surgery procedures, and gastrointestinal cancer. He is rated 5.0 stars (out of 5) by his patients. He is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Health Care and Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC). Doctor.com reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in Nashville, TN.