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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gomes, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Josephine Gomes, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Gomes completed her residency at Univ Ks Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gomes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gomes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gomes’s office at (502) 588-4271.
Where did Dr. Gomes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ks Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Goa Med Coll- Goa Univ- Panaji- Daman & Diu- Goa- India
Is Dr. Gomes board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Josephine Gomes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gomes speak?
Dr. Gomes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gomes typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gomes 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. Gomes. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Repeated Falls
- Falls
- Frequent Falling
- Recurrent Falls
- Balance Problems Leading to Falls
ICD-10 Codes:
- R296: Repeated falls
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
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
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gomes typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gomes 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. Gomes. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Gomes accept my insurance?
Dr. Gomes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 588-4271 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gomes accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Gomes in Louisville, KY 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 Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gomes' office located?
Dr. Josephine Gomes' Primary Practice
204 E Market St
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 588-4271
What is Dr. Gomes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gomes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679594329.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gomes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gomes
What is Dr. Josephine Gomes's specialty?
Dr. Gomes is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Louisville, KY.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Josephine Gomes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gomes is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Baptist Health Louisville, Baptist Health Hardin, Norton Brownsboro Hospital 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Josephine Gomes accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Josephine Gomes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Josephine Gomes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gomes's office at (502) 588-4271 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Josephine Gomes?
Please contact Dr. Gomes's office at (502) 588-4271 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Josephine Gomes have?
Dr. Josephine Gomes is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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