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Who is Dr. Ayers, Psychiatrist in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Gayle Ayers, DO is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ayers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ayers’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ayers’s office at (512) 324-2000.
What languages does Dr. Ayers speak?
Dr. Ayers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ayers treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Ayers 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. Ayers. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
- Moderate clinical depression
- Moderate unipolar depression
- Moderate depressive episode
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
- Dysthymia
- Persistent Depressive Disorder
- Chronic Depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
- F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
- F341: Dysthymic disorder
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Mild to Moderate Depressed Bipolar Episode
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
- Bipolar depression
- Manic-depressive illness, depressed phase
- Depressive episode of bipolar
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Severe bipolar depression
- Major depressive episode in bipolar
- Profound low mood in bipolar
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
- F3130: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, mild or moderate severity, unspecified
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Chronic Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Chronic PTSD
- Long-term Trauma Stress
- Complex PTSD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4312: Post-traumatic stress disorder, chronic
Which procedures does Dr. Ayers perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Gayle Ayers may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ayers' office.
Does Dr. Ayers accept my insurance?
Dr. Ayers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 324-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ayers accept in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Ayers in Lubbock, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Health
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ayers' office located?
What is Dr. Ayers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ayers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508182668.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ayers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ayers
What is Dr. Gayle Ayers's specialty?
Dr. Ayers is a Psychiatrist near Lubbock, TX.
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Contact Dr. Ayers to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Gayle Ayers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ayers is affiliated with Shannon Medical Center, Roosevelt General Hospital, Plains 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 Gayle Ayers accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?
Yes, Dr. Gayle Ayers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gayle Ayers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ayers's office at (512) 324-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gayle Ayers?
Please contact Dr. Ayers's office at (512) 324-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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