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Who is Dr. Miesen, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Harlingen, TX?
Dr. Douglas Miesen, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Harlingen, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Miesen completed his residency at William Beaumont Hospital. Dr. Miesen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Miesen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Miesen’s office.
Where did Dr. Miesen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: William Beaumont Hospital
Is Dr. Miesen board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Miesen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Miesen speak?
Dr. Miesen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Miesen typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Miesen 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. Miesen. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Miesen typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Miesen may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Miesen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Miesen accept my insurance?
Dr. Miesen 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. Miesen accept in Harlingen, TX?
Dr. Miesen in Harlingen, 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
Bexar County Hospital District
Cigna Group
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Universal Health Services
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Miesen's office located?
What is Dr. Miesen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Miesen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861489171.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Miesen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Miesen
What is Dr. Douglas Miesen's specialty?
Dr. Miesen is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Harlingen, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Douglas Miesen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Miesen is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center — Brownsville, Valley Regional Medical Center 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Douglas Miesen accepting new patients in Harlingen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Miesen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Miesen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Miesen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Miesen?
Please contact Dr. Miesen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Miesen have?
Dr. Douglas Miesen is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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2101 Pease St
Harlingen, TX 78550