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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gipson, Family Medicine Specialist in Picayune, MS?
Dr. Walter Gipson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Picayune, MS. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Gipson graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine. Dr. Gipson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gipson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gipson’s office at (601) 358-9765.
Where did Dr. Gipson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Mississippi School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gipson speak?
Dr. Gipson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gipson typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gipson 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. Gipson. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gipson typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Gipson may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Gipson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gipson accept my insurance?
Dr. Gipson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 358-9765 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gipson accept in Picayune, MS?
Dr. Gipson in Picayune, MS 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 Mississippi
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gipson's office located?
What is Dr. Gipson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gipson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023121555.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gipson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gipson
What is Dr. Walter Gipson's specialty?
Dr. Gipson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Picayune, MS.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Walter Gipson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gipson is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, Memorial Hospital Gulfport, Memorial Hospital Stone County 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Walter Gipson accepting new patients in Picayune, MS?
Yes, Dr. Walter Gipson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Gipson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gipson's office at (601) 358-9765 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Gipson?
Please contact Dr. Gipson's office at (601) 358-9765 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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