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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tigges, Internist in Plano, TX?
Dr. Gary Tigges, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Plano, TX. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tigges graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tigges is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tigges’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tigges’s office at (972) 981-8215.
Where did Dr. Tigges go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Internal Medicine | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
Is Dr. Tigges board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gary Tigges, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tigges speak?
Dr. Tigges and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Tigges treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Tigges 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. Tigges. 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.
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Tigges perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gary Tigges may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tigges' office.
Does Dr. Tigges accept my insurance?
Dr. Tigges accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 981-8215 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tigges accept in Plano, TX?
Dr. Tigges in Plano, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tigges' office located?
What is Dr. Tigges's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tigges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275576779.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tigges?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tigges
What is Dr. Gary Tigges's specialty?
Dr. Tigges is a Internist near Plano, TX.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Tigges to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Gary Tigges affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tigges is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Gary Tigges accepting new patients in Plano, TX?
Yes, Dr. Gary Tigges is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gary Tigges offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tigges's office at (972) 981-8215 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Tigges?
Please contact Dr. Tigges's office at (972) 981-8215 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Tigges have?
Dr. Gary Tigges is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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