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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Platel, Internist in Mesquite, TX?
Dr. Raylene Platel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Mesquite, TX. She is board certified. Dr. Platel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Platel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Platel’s office.
Is Dr. Platel board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Raylene Platel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Platel speak?
Dr. Platel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Platel typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Platel 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. Platel. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Platel typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Raylene Platel may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Platel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Platel accept my insurance?
Dr. Platel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Platel accept in Mesquite, TX?
Dr. Platel in Mesquite, TX 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Platel's office located?
What is Dr. Platel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Platel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255505822.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Platel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Platel
What is Dr. Raylene Platel's specialty?
Dr. Platel is a Internist near Mesquite, TX.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Raylene Platel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Platel is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, William P. Clements Jr. University 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Raylene Platel accepting new patients in Mesquite, TX?
Yes, Dr. Raylene Platel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raylene Platel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Platel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raylene Platel?
Please contact Dr. Platel's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Raylene Platel have?
Dr. Raylene Platel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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5308 N Galloway Ave Ste 100
Mesquite, TX 75150