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41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gumbel, Internist in Brownsville, TX?
Dr. Francis Gumbel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brownsville, TX. He has been practicing for over 41 years. Dr. Gumbel completed his residency at Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gumbel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gumbel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gumbel’s office at (956) 546-4234.
Where did Dr. Gumbel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo
What languages does Dr. Gumbel speak?
Dr. Gumbel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gumbel typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gumbel 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. Gumbel. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- 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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gumbel typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Francis Gumbel 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. Gumbel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gumbel accept my insurance?
Dr. Gumbel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 546-4234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gumbel accept in Brownsville, TX?
Dr. Gumbel in Brownsville, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Group Benefit Services
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gumbel's office located?
Dr. Francis Gumbel's Primary Practice
26 S Coria St Ste B
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 546-4234
What is Dr. Gumbel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gumbel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912975251.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gumbel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gumbel
What is Dr. Francis Gumbel's specialty?
Dr. Gumbel is a Internist near Brownsville, 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. Francis Gumbel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gumbel is affiliated with Valley Regional Medical Center, Valley Baptist Medical Center — Brownsville, Dhr Health, Mission Regional Medical Center 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 Francis Gumbel accepting new patients in Brownsville, TX?
Yes, Dr. Francis Gumbel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francis Gumbel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gumbel's office at (956) 546-4234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francis Gumbel?
Please contact Dr. Gumbel's office at (956) 546-4234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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