42 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Butka, Internist in Brownwood, TX?
Dr. Gary Butka, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brownwood, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Butka is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Butka’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Butka’s office at (325) 643-5521.
Is Dr. Butka board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gary Butka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Butka speak?
Dr. Butka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Butka typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Butka 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. Butka. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Heart Disease
- Heart Condition
- Cardiac Disease
- Heart Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- I519: Heart disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Butka typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Butka 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. Butka. 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:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Spots
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Destruction of Actinic Keratoses
- Precancerous Lesion Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
- 17004: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses), 15 or more lesions
Does Dr. Butka accept my insurance?
Dr. Butka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (325) 643-5521 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Butka accept in Brownwood, TX?
Dr. Butka in Brownwood, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Butka's office located?
Dr. Gary Butka's Primary Practice
2410 Crockett Dr Ste A
Brownwood, TX 76801
(325) 643-5521
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 14 reviews
Office Experience
97% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
99% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Appointment Booking
97% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Diagnosis
96% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Gary Butka an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Butka has been rated and reviewed by 14 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Butka, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Butka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Butka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871581272.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Butka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Butka
What is Dr. Gary Butka's specialty?
Dr. Butka is a Internist near Brownwood, TX.
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. Gary Butka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Butka is affiliated with Hendrick Medical Center Brownwood, Shannon 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 Gary Butka accepting new patients in Brownwood, TX?
Yes, Dr. Gary Butka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gary Butka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Butka's office at (325) 643-5521 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Butka?
Please contact Dr. Butka's office at (325) 643-5521 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Butka have?
Dr. Gary Butka is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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