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Dr. Christopher Gay

Surgeon

Iowa City, IA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Gay, Surgeon in Iowa City, IA?

    Dr. Christopher Gay is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA. Dr. Gay is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gay’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gay’s office at (480) 392-6830.

    What languages does Dr. Gay speak?

    Dr. Gay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Gay typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Gay 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. Gay. 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:

    • Cancer Radiation Therapy
    • Radiation Therapy
    • Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
    • Radiation treatment for cancer
    • Oncology radiation
    • Radiotherapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Left lower lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Left Lung Cancer
    • Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
    • C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Gay typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Gay may include:

    Please contact Dr. Gay's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Gay accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 392-6830 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gay accept in Iowa City, IA?

    Dr. Gay in Iowa City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Advanced Health

    • Aware Integrated

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Globe Life

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Oregon

    • Transamerica

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gay's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Gay's Primary Practice

    200 Hawkins Dr

    Iowa City, IA 52242

    (480) 392-6830

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    What hospitals are Dr. Gay affiliated with?

    Dr. Gay has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Lower Umpqua Hospital District,Reedsport, OR

    What is Dr. Gay's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Gay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558922369.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gay?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gay

    What is Dr. Christopher Gay's specialty?

    Dr. Gay is a Surgeon near Iowa City, IA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Christopher Gay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Gay is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lower Umpqua Hospital District. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dr. Christopher Gay accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Gay is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Gay offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gay's office at (480) 392-6830 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Gay?

    Please contact Dr. Gay's office at (480) 392-6830 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gay's office located?

    Dr. Gay's office is located in Iowa City, IA.