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Dr. Joseph Gaines, MD

Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist

Athens, GA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gaines, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Athens, GA?

    Dr. Joseph Gaines, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Gaines graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Medical College Of Georgia Hospital and Clinic. Dr. Gaines is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaines’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaines’s office at (706) 389-2425.

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

    • Residency: Medical College Of Georgia Hospital and Clinic | Medical College of Georgia Program

    • Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    What languages does Dr. Gaines speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Gaines typically treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, 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:

    • 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon

    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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Gaines typically perform?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph 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 (706) 389-2425 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gaines accept in Athens, GA?

    Dr. Gaines in Athens, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Gaines' office located?

    Dr. Joseph Gaines' Primary Practice

    1230 Baxter St

    Athens, GA 30606

    (706) 389-2425

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    What is Dr. Gaines's NPI number?A 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 1003882036.

    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. Joseph Gaines's specialty?

    Dr. Gaines is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Athens, GA.

    What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.

    Is Dr. Joseph Gaines affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gaines is affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga 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 an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist. 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 Dr. Joseph Gaines accepting new patients in Athens, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Gaines is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Gaines offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gaines' office at (706) 389-2425 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Gaines?

    Please contact Dr. Gaines' office at (706) 389-2425 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gaines' office located?

    Dr. Gaines' office is located in Athens, GA.