Dr. Stephen Gates, MD
Abilene, TX
39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Gates, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Abilene, TX?
Dr. Stephen Gates, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Abilene, TX. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Gates graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Brooke Army Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; U Tx Sw Med Ctr Affil Hsps, General Surgery. 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 (254) 724-2111.
Where did Dr. Gates go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brooke Army Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; U Tx Sw Med Ctr Affil Hsps, General Surgery | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Gates board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Gates, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Gates speak?
Dr. Gates and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gates typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
- Pulmonary Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3400: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified main bronchus
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gates typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Gates may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Gates' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gates accept my insurance?
Dr. Gates accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 724-2111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gates accept in Abilene, TX?
Dr. Gates in Abilene, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gates' office located?
What is Dr. Gates's NPI number?An 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 1902802697.
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. Stephen Gates's specialty?
Dr. Gates is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Abilene, TX.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
A specialist with advanced knowledge and skills, an anesthesiologist works to lessen the suffering of patients with life-limiting conditions. This professional works alongside an interdisciplinary team in hospice or palliative care to enhance the quality of life while addressing the multifaceted physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease process, during the dying phase, and beyond for the family. Assessing patients with advanced illnesses, controlling distressing symptoms, arranging multidisciplinary care centered on the patient and family in different settings, utilizing hospice and other specialized care systems, supervising the care of patients nearing death, and handling ethical and legal concerns in end-of-life care are all skills that this expert possesses.
Is this Dr. Stephen Gates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gates is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Umc Health System. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Stephen Gates accepting new patients in Abilene, TX?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Gates is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Gates offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gates's office at (254) 724-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Gates?
Please contact Dr. Gates's office at (254) 724-2111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Gates have?
Dr. Stephen Gates is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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