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Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gaines, Family Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Sheldon Gaines, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gaines is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaines’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaines’s office at (713) 442-7100.
What languages does Dr. Gaines speak?
Dr. Gaines and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gaines typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gaines 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. Gaines. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gaines typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sheldon Gaines may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Gaines' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gaines accept my insurance?
Dr. Gaines accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 442-7100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gaines accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Gaines in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gaines' office located?
Dr. Sheldon Gaines also offers virtual visits
Dr. Sheldon Gaines' Primary Practice
520 Gulfgate Center Mall
Houston, TX 77087
(713) 442-7100
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sheldon Gaines?
Dr. Gaines has appointments available at his Houston, TX office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Gaines's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gaines's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215399100.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaines?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gaines
What is Dr. Sheldon Gaines's specialty?
Dr. Gaines is a Family Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.
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. Sheldon Gaines affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gaines is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Hca Houston Healthcare Northwest 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 Sheldon Gaines accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Sheldon Gaines is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sheldon Gaines offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Gaines, or call (713) 442-7100 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Sheldon Gaines?
Yes, Dr. Gaines offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Gaines, or call (713) 442-7100 for more information.
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