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Dr. Hawkins Gay, MD

Lake Forest, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gay, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Lake Forest, IL?

    Dr. Hawkins Gay, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Lake Forest, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gay is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gay’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gay’s office at (312) 664-3278.

    What languages does Dr. Gay speak?

    Dr. Gay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Gay typically treat?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Gay 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. Gay. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker

    What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Gay typically perform?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Gay performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Gay. 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:

    • Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
    • Permanent Pacemaker Placement
    • Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Heart Rhythm Device Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular

    Also known as:

    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
    • Under-Skin Heart Monitor
    • Cardiac Event Recorder Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Placement
    • ICD insertion
    • Permanent defibrillator implant
    • Heart defibrillator replacement
    • Transvenous defibrillator system

    CPT Codes:

    • 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
    • Loop Recorder Removal
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor

    Does Dr. Gay accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 664-3278 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gay accept in Lake Forest, IL?

    Dr. Gay in Lake Forest, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Gay's office located?

    Dr. Hawkins Gay's Primary Practice

    1000 N Westmoreland Rd

    Lake Forest, IL 60045

    (312) 664-3278

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    Dr. Hawkins Gay's Practice 2

    675 N Saint Clair St Fl 17

    Chicago, IL 60611

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    Dr. Hawkins Gay's Practice 3

    240 E Huron St Ste 1-200

    Chicago, IL 60611

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    What is Dr. Gay's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Gay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134515919.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gay?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gay

    What is Dr. Hawkins Gay's specialty?

    Dr. Gay is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Lake Forest, IL.

    What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?

    A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.

    Is this Dr. Hawkins Gay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gay is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital 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

    When to see a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Hawkins Gay accepting new patients in Lake Forest, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Hawkins Gay is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hawkins Gay offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gay's office at (312) 664-3278 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hawkins Gay?

    Please contact Dr. Gay's office at (312) 664-3278 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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