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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gatz, Family Medicine Specialist in Merriam, KS?
Dr. Nicholas Gatz, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Merriam, KS with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gatz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gatz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gatz’s office at (913) 722-4240.
Is Dr. Gatz board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Gatz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gatz speak?
Dr. Gatz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gatz typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gatz 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. Gatz. 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:
- 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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gatz typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicholas Gatz may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Gatz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gatz accept my insurance?
Dr. Gatz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (913) 722-4240 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gatz accept in Merriam, KS?
Dr. Gatz in Merriam, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Gravie Insurance
Humana
Medicare
Not Specified
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gatz's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Gatz's Primary Practice
8800 W 75th St Ste 300
Merriam, KS 66204
(913) 722-4240
What is Dr. Gatz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gatz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063647527.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gatz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gatz
What is Dr. Nicholas Gatz's specialty?
Dr. Gatz is a Family Medicine Specialist near Merriam, KS.
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. Nicholas Gatz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gatz is affiliated with The University Of Kansas Hospital, Adventhealth Shawnee Mission, Nkc Health, Saint Luke's South Hospital, Adventhealth South Overland Park 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Nicholas Gatz accepting new patients in Merriam, KS?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Gatz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Gatz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gatz's office at (913) 722-4240 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Gatz?
Please contact Dr. Gatz's office at (913) 722-4240 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Gatz have?
Dr. Nicholas Gatz is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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