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Dr. Katherine Gish, MD

Whitesburg, KY

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gish, Family Medicine Specialist in Whitesburg, KY?

    Dr. Katherine Gish, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Whitesburg, KY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Gish completed her residency at Mountain Area Hlth Ed Ctr, Family Practice. Dr. Gish is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gish’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gish’s office at (276) 545-2760.

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

    • Residency: Mountain Area Hlth Ed Ctr, Family Practice | Mountain Area Health Ed Center

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    What languages does Dr. Gish speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gish treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gish 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. Gish. 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.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Chemistry
    • Blood
    • Irregular blood test results
    • Unusual blood work
    • Abnormal blood panel

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R799: Abnormal finding of blood chemistry, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    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:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Gish perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Katherine Gish may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gish's office.

    Does Dr. Gish accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gish accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (276) 545-2760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gish accept in Whitesburg, KY?

    Dr. Gish in Whitesburg, KY 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Passport Health Plan

    • State of Kentucky

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gish's office located?

    Dr. Katherine Gish's Primary Practice

    214 Hospital Rd # A

    Whitesburg, KY 41858

    (276) 545-2760

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    Dr. Katherine Gish's Practice 2

    536 E Main St

    Appalachia, VA 24216

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    Dr. Katherine Gish's Practice 3

    276 Fieldstone Dr

    Jonesville, VA 24263

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

    Dr. Gish's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972597052.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gish?

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

    What is Dr. Katherine Gish's specialty?

    Dr. Gish is a Family Medicine Specialist near Whitesburg, KY. 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. Contact Dr. Gish to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Katherine Gish affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gish is affiliated with Hazard Arh Regional 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Katherine Gish accepting new patients in Whitesburg, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Gish is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katherine Gish offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gish's office at (276) 545-2760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Katherine Gish?

    Please contact Dr. Gish's office at (276) 545-2760 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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