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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gilchrist, Family Medicine Specialist in Boise, ID?
Dr. Michael Gilchrist, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boise, ID with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gilchrist is fluent in English, 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 (208) 375-0862.
What languages does Dr. Gilchrist speak?
Dr. Gilchrist and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
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 here.
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gilchrist typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gilchrist performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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 here.
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Gilchrist accept my insurance?
Dr. Gilchrist accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 375-0862 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gilchrist accept in Boise, ID?
Dr. Gilchrist in Boise, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
Humana
Intermountain Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Idaho
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gilchrist's office located?
Dr. Michael Gilchrist's Primary Practice
3301 N Sawgrass Way
Boise, ID 83704
(208) 375-0862
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 1467957316.
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. Michael Gilchrist's specialty?
Dr. Gilchrist is a Family Medicine Specialist near Boise, ID.
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. Michael Gilchrist affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gilchrist is affiliated with St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, St. Luke's Nampa Medical Center, Treasure Valley Hospital, Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center - Boise, Carson Tahoe 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Gilchrist accepting new patients in Boise, ID?
Yes, Dr. Michael Gilchrist is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Gilchrist offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gilchrist's office at (208) 375-0862 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Gilchrist?
Please contact Dr. Gilchrist's office at (208) 375-0862 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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