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49 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Gekas, Internist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. James Gekas, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 49 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gekas graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine and completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gekas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gekas’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gekas’s office at (615) 341-0044.
Where did Dr. Gekas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine | Cook County Hospital | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Medical School: University of Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky | University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Is Dr. Gekas board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Gekas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gekas speak?
Dr. Gekas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gekas treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Gekas 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. Gekas. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
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:
- ADHD, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Hyperactive ADHD
- Impulsive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F901: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly hyperactive type
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
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:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attack
- Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma Exacerbation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- Migraine
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Which procedures does Dr. Gekas perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Gekas 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gekas' office.
Does Dr. Gekas accept my insurance?
Dr. Gekas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 341-0044 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gekas accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Gekas in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gekas' office located?
Dr. James Gekas' Primary Practice
1916 Patterson St Ste 604
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 341-0044
What is Dr. Gekas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gekas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235248063.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gekas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gekas
What is Dr. James Gekas's specialty?
Dr. Gekas is a Internist near Nashville, TN.
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.
Contact Dr. Gekas to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. James Gekas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gekas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 James Gekas accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. James Gekas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Gekas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gekas's office at (615) 341-0044 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Gekas?
Please contact Dr. Gekas's office at (615) 341-0044 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Gekas have?
Dr. James Gekas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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