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Dr. Keith Gates, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Gig Harbor, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gates, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Gig Harbor, WA?

    Dr. Keith Gates, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gig Harbor, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gates is currently affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital. Dr. Gates is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gates’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gates’s office at (253) 697-1848.

    Where did Dr. Gates go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston

    What languages does Dr. Gates speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gates typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gates 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. Gates. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gates typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Keith Gates may include:

    Please contact Dr. Gates' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Gates accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gates accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 697-1848 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gates accept in Gig Harbor, WA?

    Dr. Gates in Gig Harbor, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Trusteed Plans Service Corporation (TPSC)

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    Where is Dr. Gates' office located?

    Dr. Keith Gates' Primary Practice

    11567 Canterwood Blvd

    Gig Harbor, WA 98332

    (253) 697-1848

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    Good Samaritan Hospital

    401 15th Ave SE

    Puyallup, WA 98372

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    Dr. Keith Gates' Practice 3

    13106 Meridian E

    Puyallup, WA 98373

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

    Dr. Gates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114161692.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gates?

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

    What is Dr. Keith Gates's specialty?

    Dr. Gates is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Gig Harbor, WA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Keith Gates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gates is affiliated with Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital, Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, Virginia Mason 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Keith Gates accepting new patients in Gig Harbor, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Keith Gates is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Keith Gates offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gates' office at (253) 697-1848 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Keith Gates?

    Please contact Dr. Gates' office at (253) 697-1848 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gates' office located?

    Dr. Gates' offices are located in Gig Harbor, WA and Puyallup, WA.