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Dr. Gay Canaris, MD

Billings, MT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Canaris, Internist in Billings, MT?

    Dr. Gay Canaris, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Billings, MT. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Canaris graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed her residency at Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Canaris is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Canaris’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Canaris’s office at (406) 238-2500.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Canaris?

    Dr. Gay Canaris, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Canaris empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, Thyroid Disorders, Women's Health, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Billings/MT community, Dr. Canaris is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Minnesota Medical School Program

    • Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

    Is Dr. Canaris board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Gay Canaris, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Canaris speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Canaris treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Canaris 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. Canaris. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    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:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Canaris perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gay Canaris may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Canaris' office.

    Does Dr. Canaris accept my insurance?

    Dr. Canaris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (406) 238-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Canaris accept in Billings, MT?

    Dr. Canaris in Billings, MT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Employee Benefit Management Services (EBMS)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • PacificSource

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Canaris' office located?

    Dr. Gay Canaris' Primary Practice

    801 N 29th St

    Billings, MT 59101

    (406) 238-2500

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

    Dr. Canaris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851358147.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Canaris?

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

    What is Dr. Gay Canaris's specialty?

    Dr. Canaris is a Internist near Billings, MT.

    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. Canaris to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gay Canaris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Canaris is affiliated with Nebraska Medical Center 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

    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 Gay Canaris accepting new patients in Billings, MT?

    Yes, Dr. Gay Canaris is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gay Canaris offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Canaris's office at (406) 238-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gay Canaris?

    Please contact Dr. Canaris's office at (406) 238-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gay Canaris have?

    Dr. Gay Canaris is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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