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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. She is board certified. 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
- Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Moderate clinical depression
- Moderate unipolar depression
- Moderate depressive episode
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
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
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
- Bipolar Disorder
- Severe bipolar depression
- Major depressive episode in bipolar
- Profound low mood in bipolar
ICD-10 Codes:
- F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ayers perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
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 University Medical Center-Lubbock 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 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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