27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gale, Critical Care Surgeon in Conroe, TX?
Dr. Stephen Gale, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Conroe, TX. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Gale is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gale’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gale’s office.
What languages does Dr. Gale speak?
Dr. Gale and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Gale typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Gale 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. Gale. 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:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple rib fractures
- Rib cage injury
- Severe rib injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2249XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, unspecified side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Age-Related Weakness
- Frailty in old age
- Physical decline with age
- Weakness due to aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- R54: Age-related physical debility
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Gale typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Gale may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Gale's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gale accept my insurance?
Dr. Gale 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. Gale accept in Conroe, TX?
Dr. Gale in Conroe, 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
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Oscar Health
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gale's office located?
What is Dr. Gale's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gale's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407862410.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gale?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gale
What is Dr. Stephen Gale's specialty?
Dr. Gale is a Critical Care Surgeon near Conroe, TX.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Stephen Gale affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gale is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe 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 Stephen Gale accepting new patients in Conroe, TX?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Gale is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Gale offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gale's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Gale?
Please contact Dr. Gale's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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508 Medical Center Blvd Ste 150
Conroe, TX 77304