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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gilchrist, Family Medicine Specialist in Worcester, MA?
Dr. David Gilchrist, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA. Dr. Gilchrist graduated from University of Massachusetts Med School and completed his residency at Umass Memorial Med Center. Dr. Gilchrist is fluent in English, Chinese, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gilchrist’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gilchrist’s office at (508) 595-2300.
Where did Dr. Gilchrist go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umass Memorial Med Center
Medical School: University of Massachusetts / Worcester Campus | University of Massachusetts Med School
What languages does Dr. Gilchrist speak?
Dr. Gilchrist and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gilchrist typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gilchrist 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. Gilchrist. 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:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Brain damage from lack of oxygen
- Brain Disease
- Anoxic brain injury
- Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy
- Oxygen deprivation brain injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- G931: Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gilchrist typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Gilchrist may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Gilchrist's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gilchrist accept my insurance?
Dr. Gilchrist accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 595-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gilchrist accept in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Gilchrist in Worcester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Fallon Health
Medicare
Point32Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gilchrist's office located?
What is Dr. Gilchrist's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gilchrist's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952452989.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gilchrist?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gilchrist
What is Dr. David Gilchrist's specialty?
Dr. Gilchrist is a Family Medicine Specialist near Worcester, MA.
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. David Gilchrist affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gilchrist is affiliated with Umass Memorial 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Gilchrist accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?
Yes, Dr. David Gilchrist is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Gilchrist offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gilchrist's office at (508) 595-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Gilchrist?
Please contact Dr. Gilchrist's office at (508) 595-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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