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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gillam, Cytopathologist in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Joseph Gillam, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Gillam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gillam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gillam’s office at (888) 548-7888.
What languages does Dr. Gillam speak?
Dr. Gillam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Gillam typically treat?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Gillam 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. Gillam. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
What procedures does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Gillam typically perform?
As a Cytopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Gillam may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Gillam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gillam accept my insurance?
Dr. Gillam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (888) 548-7888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gillam accept in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Gillam in Grand Rapids, MI 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
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Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Gillam's office located?
Dr. Joseph Gillam's Primary Practice
35 Michigan St NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(888) 548-7888
What is Dr. Gillam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gillam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376168963.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gillam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gillam
What is Dr. Joseph Gillam's specialty?
Dr. Gillam is a Cytopathologist near Grand Rapids, MI.
What does a Cytopathologist do?
A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist with specialization in diagnosing diseases by studying cells collected from body fluids and secretions. This involves scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or using fine-needle aspiration to obtain samples from tumor masses or organs. A key aspect of their practice is interpreting Papanicolaou-stained smears, commonly known as the "Pap" test," from the female reproductive system. Their expertise is also applied to the diagnosis of cells from all different systems and areas of the human body. This makes them a valuable consultant to all medical specialists.
Is this Dr. Joseph Gillam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gillam is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health Greenville Hospital, Corewell Health Pennock Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph 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 Cytopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Gillam accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Gillam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Gillam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gillam's office at (888) 548-7888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Gillam?
Please contact Dr. Gillam's office at (888) 548-7888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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