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Dr. Nicholas Pereira, MD

Edinburg, TX

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Pereira, Hospitalist in Edinburg, TX?

    Dr. Nicholas Pereira, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Edinburg, TX. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Pereira graduated from St. John's Medical College and completed his residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Pereira is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pereira’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pereira’s office at (956) 388-6000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, Pediatrics | University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program

    • Medical School: St. John's Medical College

    Is Dr. Pereira board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Pereira, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Pereira speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Pereira treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Pereira 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. Pereira. 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:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    Also known as:

    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
    • Localized Ruptured Appendix
    • Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess

    Also known as:

    • Lobar Pneumonia
    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Lobe Infection
    • Bacterial Pneumonia
    • Severe Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J181: Lobar pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Intermittent Explosive Disorder
    • Mental Disorder
    • IED
    • Explosive anger disorder
    • Rage disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F6381: Intermittent explosive disorder

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, 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:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Norovirus Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (“Stomach Flu”)
    • Norwalk Virus
    • Stomach Bug
    • Winter Vomiting Disease
    • Viral Gastroenteritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A0811: Acute gastroenteropathy due to Norwalk agent

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Pereira perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nicholas Pereira may include:

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

    Does Dr. Pereira accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pereira accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 388-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pereira accept in Edinburg, TX?

    Dr. Pereira in Edinburg, 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

    • California Foundation for Medical Care

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Driscoll Health Plan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicaid

    • Molina

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    Where is Dr. Pereira's office located?

    Dr. Nicholas Pereira's Primary Practice

    1102 W Trenton Rd

    Edinburg, TX 78539

    (956) 388-6000

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

    Dr. Pereira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316941925.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pereira?

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

    What is Dr. Nicholas Pereira's specialty?

    Dr. Pereira is a Hospitalist near Edinburg, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Pereira to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nicholas Pereira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Pereira is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: South Texas Health System Edinburg. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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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    Explore Hospitalist 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 Nicholas Pereira accepting new patients in Edinburg, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Pereira is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicholas Pereira offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pereira's office at (956) 388-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Pereira?

    Please contact Dr. Pereira's office at (956) 388-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Pereira have?

    Dr. Nicholas Pereira is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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