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Dr. William Gilmer, MD

Dr. William Gilmer, MD

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gilmer, Neurologist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. William Gilmer, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Gilmer graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Neurology. Dr. Gilmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gilmer’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gilmer’s office at (713) 520-5155.

    Where did Dr. Gilmer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine

    • Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Neurology | Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals | Baylor College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Gilmer board certified as a Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. William Gilmer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Gilmer speak?

    Dr. Gilmer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Gilmer typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Gilmer 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. Gilmer. 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:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine with Aura
    • Migraine Without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Common Migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Everyday Migraine
    • Classic migraine
    • Ocular migraine
    • Migraine with visual symptoms
    • Common migraine
    • Pulsating headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43711: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, with status migrainosus
    • G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Orofacial Dystonia
    • Dystonia
    • Facial Muscle Spasms
    • Jaw Dystonia
    • Mouth Dystonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G244: Idiopathic orofacial dystonia

    Also known as:

    • Memory Loss
    • Memory
    • Amnesia
    • Forgetfulness
    • Loss of Recall

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Gilmer typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Gilmer performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Gilmer. 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:

    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections

    CPT Codes:

    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
    • Chemodenervation for Migraine
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Trigeminal Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)

    Does Dr. Gilmer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gilmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 520-5155 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gilmer accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Gilmer in Houston, 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

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Gilmer's office located?

    Dr. William Gilmer's Primary Practice

    7900 Fannin St Ste 4000

    Houston, TX 77054

    (713) 520-5155

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Texas Super Doctors

    What is Dr. Gilmer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Gilmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558353417.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gilmer?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gilmer

    What is Dr. William Gilmer's specialty?

    Dr. Gilmer is a Neurologist near Houston, TX.

    What does a Neurologist do?

    A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

    Is this Dr. William Gilmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gilmer is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Medical Center 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

    When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is William Gilmer accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. William Gilmer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Gilmer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gilmer's office at (713) 520-5155 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Gilmer?

    Please contact Dr. Gilmer's office at (713) 520-5155 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Gilmer have?

    Dr. William Gilmer is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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