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Dr. Edward Gates, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Brownwood, TX

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gates, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Brownwood, TX?

    Dr. Edward Gates, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brownwood, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Gates is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gates’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gates’s office at (325) 677-1956.

    What languages does Dr. Gates speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gates typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gates 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. Gates. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Diabetic Skin Conditions
    • Skin Issues from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications
    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Right Calf Ulcer with Exposed Fat
    • Chronic Left Calf Ulcer with Exposed Fat
    • Skin Condition
    • Right calf deep ulcer
    • Fat layer exposed right calf wound
    • Right calf ulcer stage 2
    • Left calf deep ulcer
    • Fat layer exposed left calf wound
    • Left calf ulcer stage 2

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97212: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right calf with fat layer exposed
    • L97222: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left calf with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • External Surgical Wound Opening
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • External wound dehiscence
    • Surgical incision separation
    • Outer wound rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
    • Skin Condition
    • Foot Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Foot
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gates typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gates 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. Gates. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Gates accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gates accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (325) 677-1956 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gates accept in Brownwood, TX?

    Dr. Gates in Brownwood, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Auxiant

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Government Employees Health Association

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gates' office located?

    Dr. Edward Gates' Primary Practice

    1501 Burnet Rd

    Brownwood, TX 76801

    (325) 677-1956

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    Dr. Edward Gates' Practice 2

    6250 Hwy. 83-84 At Antilley Rd

    Abilene, TX 79606

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

    Dr. Gates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770511222.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gates?

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

    What is Dr. Edward Gates's specialty?

    Dr. Gates is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Brownwood, TX.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Edward Gates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gates is affiliated with Hendrick Medical Center, Hendrick Medical Center Brownwood 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

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    Is Dr. Edward Gates accepting new patients in Brownwood, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Gates is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edward Gates offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gates' office at (325) 677-1956 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edward Gates?

    Please contact Dr. Gates' office at (325) 677-1956 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gates' office located?

    Dr. Gates' offices are located in Brownwood, TX and Abilene, TX.