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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gills, Family Medicine Specialist in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Edward Gills, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gills completed his residency at Scott & White Mem Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Gills is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gills’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gills’s office at (479) 785-2431.
Where did Dr. Gills go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Scott & White Mem Hosp, Family Medicine
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx
Is Dr. Gills board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Edward Gills, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gills speak?
Dr. Gills and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gills typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gills 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. Gills. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gills typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Edward Gills may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Gills' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gills accept my insurance?
Dr. Gills accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 785-2431 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gills accept in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Gills in Fort Smith, AR 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Arkansas
State of Oklahoma
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gills' office located?
What is Dr. Gills's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gills's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952316366.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gills?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gills
What is Dr. Edward Gills's specialty?
Dr. Gills is a Family Medicine Specialist near Fort Smith, AR.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Edward Gills affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gills is affiliated with Uams Medical Center, Chi St. Vincent Hot Springs, Saint Francis Hospital - Tulsa, National Park 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Edward Gills accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?
Yes, Dr. Edward Gills is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Gills offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gills's office at (479) 785-2431 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Gills?
Please contact Dr. Gills's office at (479) 785-2431 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Gills have?
Dr. Edward Gills is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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