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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ayala, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Gustavo Ayala, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Ayala completed his residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Ayala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ayala’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ayala’s office at (713) 432-0221.
Where did Dr. Ayala go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Georgetown University Hospital
Medical School: University Nac De Asuncion, Fac De Cien Med | National University of Asuncion / Faculty of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Ayala board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Gustavo Ayala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Ayala speak?
Dr. Ayala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ayala treat?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Ayala 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. Ayala. 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:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Screening for Other Infectious Disease
- Screening for Bacterial Disease
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
- General Infectious Disease Screening
- Miscellaneous Infection Test
- Parasitic Disease Screening
- Bacterial Infection Screening
- Bacterial Disease Test
- Germ Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
- Z118: Encounter for screening for other infectious and parasitic diseases
- Z112: Encounter for screening for other bacterial diseases
Also known as:
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Test
- HPV screening
- Papillomavirus test
- Cervical cancer screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1151: Encounter for screening for human papillomavirus (HPV)
Also known as:
- Other Bacterial Infection
- Bacterial Infection
- Various Bacterial Diseases
- Uncommon Bacterial Infections
- Bacterial disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- B9689: Other specified bacterial agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Abnormal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
- Women's checkup with issues
- Pelvic exam, abnormal results
- OB/GYN visit with concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
- Z01411: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- High-Risk HPV Detected in Cervix
- HPV
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Positive High-Risk Cervical HPV Test
- High-Risk Human Papillomavirus of Cervix
- Cervical HPV Positive
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87810: Cervical high risk human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA test positive
Also known as:
- First Trimester Prenatal Care
- Second Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Early pregnancy care
- First trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in early pregnancy
- Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Second Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Second Trimester)
- Routine Pregnancy Check-ups
- Maternity Care
- Normal Pregnancy Supervision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3491: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, first trimester
- Z3492: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, second trimester
- Z3490: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- Chronic Vaginal Yeast Infection
- Yeast Infection
- Recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis
- Chronic Candida vaginitis
- Persistent vaginal thrush
ICD-10 Codes:
- B3732: Chronic candidiasis of vulva and vagina
Also known as:
- Chlamydia of Genital or Urinary Tract
- Chlamydia Infection
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Chlamydial Urethritis
- Chlamydial Cervicitis
- Genital Chlamydia
ICD-10 Codes:
- A5600: Chlamydial infection of lower genitourinary tract, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Test (Result Unknown)
- Pregnancy Test
- Inconclusive Pregnancy Test
- Unclear Pregnancy Test Result
- Pending Pregnancy Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3200: Encounter for pregnancy test, result unknown
Also known as:
- Trichomoniasis of the Urinary and Genital Tract
- Trichomoniasis
- Urogenital trich
- Trichomonas urogenital infection
- Genital trichomoniasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- A5900: Urogenital trichomoniasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Positive Pregnancy Test
- Pregnancy
- Confirmed Pregnancy
- Pregnant Result
- Positive HCG Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3201: Encounter for pregnancy test, result positive
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
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Ayala perform as a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gustavo Ayala may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ayala's office.
Does Dr. Ayala accept my insurance?
Dr. Ayala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 432-0221 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ayala accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ayala in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other TPA
Premier
Trustmark Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ayala's office located?
What is Dr. Ayala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ayala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992709356.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ayala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ayala
What is Dr. Gustavo Ayala's specialty?
Dr. Ayala is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Houston, TX. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Ayala to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gustavo Ayala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ayala is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital 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
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Is Gustavo Ayala accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Gustavo Ayala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gustavo Ayala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ayala's office at (713) 432-0221 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gustavo Ayala?
Please contact Dr. Ayala's office at (713) 432-0221 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gustavo Ayala have?
Dr. Gustavo Ayala is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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