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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gillis, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Oakland, ME?
Dr. Brian Gillis, DO is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Oakland, ME. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Gillis graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at St Vincent Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gillis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gillis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gillis’s office.
Where did Dr. Gillis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Vincent Hosp, Internal Medicine | St Vincent Hospital | St Vincent Hospital Program
Medical School: University of New England, Coll of Osteo Med, Biddeford Me | UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND COLL OF OSTEO MEDICINE | University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gillis speak?
Dr. Gillis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gillis treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Gillis 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. Gillis. 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:
- Incomplete Bowel Emptying
- Fecal Smearing
- Fecal Urgency
- Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Movement
- Feeling of Incomplete Evacuation
- Unsatisfied Bowel Movement
- Tenesmus
- Stool Smearing
- Fecal Leakage
- Soiling
- Urgent Need to Defecate
- Sudden Urge to Poop
- Bowel Urgency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R150: Incomplete defecation
- R151: Fecal smearing
- R152: Fecal urgency
Also known as:
- Anal Spasm
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Spasm
- Proctalgia Fugax
- Anal Muscle Spasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K594: Anal spasm
Also known as:
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
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:
- Pelvic Muscle Weakness
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Pelvic floor muscle atrophy
- Weak pelvic muscles
- Pelvic floor dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- N8184: Pelvic muscle wasting
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal and Rectal Ulcer
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
- Sore in Anus
- Rectal Sore
- Perianal Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
- K626: Ulcer of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Anal Itching
- Anal Disorder
- Itching
- Pruritus Ani
- Itchy Anus
- Perianal Itch
ICD-10 Codes:
- L290: Pruritus ani
Also known as:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- IBS-D
- Diarrhea-Predominant IBS
- Spastic Colon with Diarrhea
- Spastic Colon
- Functional Bowel Disorder
- IBS
ICD-10 Codes:
- K580: Irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea
- K589: Irritable bowel syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Long-Term Anal Tear
- Persistent Rectal Fissure
- Chronic Fissure in Anus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K601: Chronic anal fissure
Also known as:
- Chronic Ischemic Heart Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Long-term Heart Disease
- Ongoing Heart Ischemia
- Chronic Coronary Artery Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I259: Chronic ischemic heart disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rectal Polyp
- Rectal Disorder
- Rectal Growth
- Colon Polyp
- Benign Rectal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- K621: Rectal polyp
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
What procedures does Dr. Gillis perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Gillis performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Gillis. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Injection (Sclerotherapy)
- Hemorrhoid Removal (Ligation)
- Sclerosing Injection for Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoid Shrinking Injection
- Internal Hemorrhoid Treatment
- Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Piles Removal
- Non-Rubber Band Ligation
CPT Codes:
- 46500: Injection of sclerosing solution, hemorrhoids
- 46946: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by ligation other than rubber band; 2 or more hemorrhoid columns/groups, without imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Anoscopy with Dilation
- Anoscopy
- Anal Canal Exam with Widening
- Rectal Exam with Dilation
- Anorectal Scope with Balloon Dilation
CPT Codes:
- 46604: Anoscopy; with dilation (eg, balloon, guide wire, bougie)
Also known as:
- External Hemorrhoid Removal
- Hemorrhoid Removal Surgery
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Piles Surgery
- External Piles Removal
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Excision
CPT Codes:
- 46250: Hemorrhoidectomy, external, 2 or more columns/groups
- 46255: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, single column/group;
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
Also known as:
- Anal Sphincter Nerve Block
- Internal Anal Sphincter Chemodenervation
- Anal Sphincter Injection
- Botox for Anal Fissure
- Chemical Denervation of Anal Muscle
CPT Codes:
- 46505: Chemodenervation of internal anal sphincter
Also known as:
- Rectal Prolapse Repair
- Proctoplasty
- Mucosal Prolapse Repair
- Rectal Wall Repair
CPT Codes:
- 45505: Proctoplasty; for prolapse of mucous membrane
Also known as:
- Anorectal Manometry
- Rectal Sensation and Tone Test
- Rectal Pressure Test
- Anal Manometry
- Pelvic Floor Function Test
- Bowel Control Test
- Rectal Balloon Distention Test
CPT Codes:
- 91122: Anorectal manometry
- 91120: Rectal sensation, tone, and compliance test (ie, response to graded balloon distention)
Also known as:
- Muscle Activity Test of Anal or Urethral Sphincter
- Sphincter EMG
- Anal Sphincter Electromyography
- Urethral Sphincter EMG
- Pelvic Floor Muscle Test
CPT Codes:
- 51784: Electromyography studies (EMG) of anal or urethral sphincter, other than needle, any technique
Does Dr. Gillis accept my insurance?
Dr. Gillis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gillis accept in Oakland, ME?
Dr. Gillis in Oakland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Employer Direct Healthcare
Express Scripts
Martin's Point
Medical Center East Health Plan
Medicare
State of Maine
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Gillis' office located?
What is Dr. Gillis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gillis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386711877.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gillis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gillis
What is Dr. Brian Gillis's specialty?
Dr. Gillis is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Oakland, ME. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Gillis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brian Gillis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gillis is affiliated with MaineGeneral Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Brian Gillis accepting new patients in Oakland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Brian Gillis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Gillis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gillis's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Gillis?
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