43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gibbons, Internist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Gerald Gibbons, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Gibbons graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gibbons is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gibbons’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gibbons’s office.
Where did Dr. Gibbons go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Internal Medicine | Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital-Lifespan Program
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | GEORGETOWN UNIV SCH OF MEDICINE | Georgetown University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Gibbons board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Gibbons, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gibbons speak?
Dr. Gibbons and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gibbons typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gibbons 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. Gibbons. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, 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
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gibbons typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gerald Gibbons 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
Please contact Dr. Gibbons' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gibbons accept my insurance?
Dr. Gibbons 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. Gibbons accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Gibbons in Wilkes Barre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Gibbons' office located?
What is Dr. Gibbons's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gibbons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336147883.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gibbons?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gibbons
What is Dr. Gerald Gibbons's specialty?
Dr. Gibbons is a Internist near Wilkes Barre, PA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Gerald Gibbons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gibbons is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger 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
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Is Gerald Gibbons accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Gibbons is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerald Gibbons offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gibbons's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerald Gibbons?
Please contact Dr. Gibbons's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gerald Gibbons have?
Dr. Gerald Gibbons is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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