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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gilchrist, Family Medicine Specialist in Wichita, KS?
Dr. Karissa Gilchrist, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wichita, KS with 2 additional practice locations. 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.
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.
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Other Vaginal Disorder
- Vaginal Disease
- Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
- Specific Vaginal Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gilchrist typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karissa 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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gilchrist accept in Wichita, KS?
Dr. Gilchrist in Wichita, KS 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 Kansas
Medicare
State of Kansas
UnitedHealth Group
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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 1558890384.
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. Karissa Gilchrist's specialty?
Dr. Gilchrist is a Family Medicine Specialist near Wichita, KS.
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. Karissa Gilchrist affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gilchrist is affiliated with Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Wesley 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
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 Karissa Gilchrist accepting new patients in Wichita, KS?
Yes, Dr. Karissa Gilchrist is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karissa Gilchrist offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gilchrist's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karissa Gilchrist?
Please contact Dr. Gilchrist's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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