Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Douglas, Internist in Gardendale, AL?
Dr. Gilbert Douglas, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Gardendale, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Douglas graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Physicians Medical Center-Carraway. Dr. Douglas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Douglas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Douglas’s office at (205) 250-0055.
Where did Dr. Douglas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Physicians Medical Center-Carraway
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Douglas board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gilbert Douglas, DO is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Douglas speak?
Dr. Douglas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Douglas typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Douglas diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Douglas. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Douglas typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gilbert Douglas may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Douglas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Douglas accept my insurance?
Dr. Douglas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 250-0055 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Douglas accept in Gardendale, AL?
Dr. Douglas in Gardendale, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Douglas' office located?
Dr. Gilbert Douglas' Primary Practice
2215 Decatur Hwy Ste 117
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 250-0055
What is Dr. Douglas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Douglas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881865103.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Douglas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Douglas
What is Dr. Gilbert Douglas's specialty?
Dr. Douglas is a Internist near Gardendale, AL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Gilbert Douglas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Douglas is affiliated with Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gilbert Douglas accepting new patients in Gardendale, AL?
Yes, Dr. Gilbert Douglas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gilbert Douglas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Douglas's office at (205) 250-0055 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gilbert Douglas?
Please contact Dr. Douglas's office at (205) 250-0055 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gilbert Douglas have?
Dr. Gilbert Douglas is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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