
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gaines, Hospitalist in Brookhaven, MS?
Dr. Matthew Gaines, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Brookhaven, MS with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gaines graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of So Al Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gaines is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaines’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaines’s office at (601) 833-6011.
Where did Dr. Gaines go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of So Al Hosps, Internal Medicine | University of South Alabama Program
Medical School: University of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al | University of South Alabama College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gaines speak?
Dr. Gaines and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Gaines typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Gaines 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. Gaines. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Blood Clot in Brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I63411: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of right middle cerebral artery
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Gaines typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Gaines may include:
Please contact Dr. Gaines' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gaines accept my insurance?
Dr. Gaines accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 833-6011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gaines accept in Brookhaven, MS?
Dr. Gaines in Brookhaven, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Gaines' office located?
Dr. Matthew Gaines' Primary Practice
427 Highway 51 N
Brookhaven, MS 39601
(601) 833-6011
What is Dr. Gaines's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gaines's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205802667.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaines?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gaines
What is Dr. Matthew Gaines's specialty?
Dr. Gaines is a Hospitalist near Brookhaven, MS.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Matthew Gaines affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gaines is affiliated with St. Dominic Hospital 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
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Is Matthew Gaines accepting new patients in Brookhaven, MS?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Gaines is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Gaines offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gaines's office at (601) 833-6011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Gaines?
Please contact Dr. Gaines's office at (601) 833-6011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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