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Who is Dr. Gerst, Family Medicine Specialist in Manchester, IA?
Dr. Timothy Gerst, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Manchester, IA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Gerst graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Gerst is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gerst’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gerst’s office at (563) 927-7987.
Where did Dr. Gerst go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
Is Dr. Gerst board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Gerst, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gerst speak?
Dr. Gerst and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gerst typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gerst 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. Gerst. 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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gerst typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gerst 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. Gerst. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Gerst accept my insurance?
Dr. Gerst accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (563) 927-7987 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gerst accept in Manchester, IA?
Dr. Gerst in Manchester, IA 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Iowa
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Gerst's office located?
What is Dr. Gerst's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gerst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861480139.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gerst?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gerst
What is Dr. Timothy Gerst's specialty?
Dr. Gerst is a Family Medicine Specialist near Manchester, IA.
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. Timothy Gerst affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gerst is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Regional Medical Center - Manchester, Buchanan County Health Center, Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Timothy Gerst accepting new patients in Manchester, IA?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Gerst is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Gerst offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gerst's office at (563) 927-7987 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Gerst?
Please contact Dr. Gerst's office at (563) 927-7987 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Gerst have?
Dr. Timothy Gerst is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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