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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cardenas, Internist in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Armando Cardenas, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Laredo, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cardenas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cardenas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cardenas’s office at (956) 796-5000.
What languages does Dr. Cardenas speak?
Dr. Cardenas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Cardenas typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Cardenas 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. Cardenas. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Cardenas typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Armando Cardenas 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. Cardenas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cardenas accept my insurance?
Dr. Cardenas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 796-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cardenas accept in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Cardenas in Laredo, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cardenas' office located?
Dr. Armando Cardenas' Primary Practice
6410 Cresent Loop Ste 100
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 796-5000
What is Dr. Cardenas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cardenas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043705528.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cardenas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cardenas
What is Dr. Armando Cardenas's specialty?
Dr. Cardenas is a Internist near Laredo, 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. Armando Cardenas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cardenas 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Armando Cardenas accepting new patients in Laredo, TX?
Yes, Dr. Armando Cardenas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Armando Cardenas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cardenas's office at (956) 796-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Armando Cardenas?
Please contact Dr. Cardenas's office at (956) 796-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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