24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala, Internist in Temple, TX?
Dr. Rafael Gonzalez-Ayala, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Temple, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala completed his residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. He is a member of the Clerkship Directors of Internal Medicine, American Medical Association, and American College of Physicians. Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala’s office.
Where did Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Medical School: Universidad Autonoma De Ciudad Juarez
What languages does Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala speak?
Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala 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. Gonzalez-Ayala. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
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
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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Rafael Gonzalez-Ayala 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. Gonzalez-Ayala's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala accept my insurance?
Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala accept in Temple, TX?
Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala in Temple, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Select Administrative Services
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala's office located?
Baylor Scott And White Clinic Killeen Harker Heigh
5702 E Central Texas Expy
Killeen, TX 76543
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Clerkship Directors of Internal Medicine
Member
American Medical Association
Member
American College of Physicians
Member
What is Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033377676.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala
What is Dr. Rafael Gonzalez-Ayala's specialty?
Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala is a Internist near Temple, TX.
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. Rafael Gonzalez-Ayala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Rafael Gonzalez-Ayala accepting new patients in Temple, TX?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Gonzalez-Ayala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Gonzalez-Ayala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Gonzalez-Ayala?
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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