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Dr. Pedro Diaz Santana, MD

Laredo, TX

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Diaz Santana, Interventional Cardiologist in Laredo, TX?

    Dr. Pedro Diaz Santana, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Laredo, TX. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Diaz Santana graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas. Dr. Diaz Santana is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diaz Santana’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diaz Santana’s office at (956) 717-2328.

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

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

    What languages does Dr. Diaz Santana speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Diaz Santana treat?

    As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Diaz Santana 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. Diaz Santana. 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 Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Congestive heart failure
    • Cardiac insufficiency
    • Weak heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I501: Left ventricular failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Leaky aortic valve
    • Aortic regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker

    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:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Which procedures does Dr. Diaz Santana perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?

    As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Pedro Diaz Santana may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Diaz Santana's office.

    Does Dr. Diaz Santana accept my insurance?

    Dr. Diaz Santana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 717-2328 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Diaz Santana accept in Laredo, TX?

    Dr. Diaz Santana in Laredo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Prominence Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Diaz Santana's office located?

    Dr. Pedro Diaz Santana's Primary Practice

    10710 McPherson Rd

    Laredo, TX 78045

    (956) 717-2328

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

    Dr. Diaz Santana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639177991.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diaz Santana?

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

    What is Dr. Pedro Diaz Santana's specialty?

    Dr. Diaz Santana is a Interventional Cardiologist near Laredo, TX. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Diaz Santana to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Pedro Diaz Santana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Diaz Santana is affiliated with Doctors Hospital Of Laredo 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 Interventional Cardiologist?

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    Is Pedro Diaz Santana accepting new patients in Laredo, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Pedro Diaz Santana is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Pedro Diaz Santana offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Diaz Santana's office at (956) 717-2328 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Pedro Diaz Santana?

    Please contact Dr. Diaz Santana's office at (956) 717-2328 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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