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Dr. James Gaal, DO

Dr. James Gaal, DO

Ripley, WV

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gaal, Internist in Ripley, WV?

    Dr. James Gaal, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Ripley, WV with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gaal graduated from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at St Elizabeth Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Joseph Hlth Ctr-Eastland/Co, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Gaal is fluent in English and Hungarian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaal’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaal’s office at (304) 372-4402.

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

    • Residency: St Elizabeth Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Joseph Hlth Ctr-Eastland/Co, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Saint Elizabeth Health Center | CORE/St Joseph Health Center Program

    • Medical School: Wv School of Osteopathy | West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine | West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Gaal board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. James Gaal, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gaal speak?

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

    • English

    • Hungarian

    What conditions does Dr. Gaal treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Gaal 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. Gaal. 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:

    • 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:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
    • 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:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, 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:

    • Multiple Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Polyneuropathy
    • Generalized Nerve Damage
    • Widespread Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G629: Polyneuropathy, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Gaal perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Gaal may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gaal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gaal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 372-4402 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gaal accept in Ripley, WV?

    Dr. Gaal in Ripley, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • State of West Virginia

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gaal's office located?

    Dr. James Gaal's Primary Practice

    158 Pinnell St

    Ripley, WV 25271

    (304) 372-4402

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    Dr. James Gaal's Practice 2

    3471 Ohio River Rd Ste C

    Point Pleasant, WV 25550

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    Dr. James Gaal's Practice 3

    121 N College St

    Martinsburg, WV 25401

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

    Dr. Gaal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023070703.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaal?

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

    What is Dr. James Gaal's specialty?

    Dr. Gaal is a Internist near Ripley, WV.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Gaal to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Gaal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gaal is affiliated with WVU Medicine Thomas Memorial Hospital, CAMC General Hospital, Marietta Memorial Hospital, WVU Medicine J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 James Gaal accepting new patients in Ripley, WV?

    Yes, Dr. James Gaal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Gaal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gaal's office at (304) 372-4402 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Gaal?

    Please contact Dr. Gaal's office at (304) 372-4402 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Gaal have?

    Dr. James Gaal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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