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Dr. Gilberto Handal, MD
Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist
,Pediatrician
,Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist
,Infectious Disease Specialist
El Paso, TX
52 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Handal, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Gilberto Handal, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX. He has been practicing for over 52 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Handal graduated from Universidad De Santiago De Chile, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at Hosp De Ninos M Arriaran. Dr. Handal is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Handal’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Handal’s office at (915) 545-6817.
Where did Dr. Handal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hosp De Ninos M Arriaran | Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program
Medical School: Universidad De Chile | University of Chile / Undergraduate School / Faculty of Medicine | Universidad De Santiago De Chile, Facultad De Medicina
Is Dr. Handal board certified in Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gilberto Handal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Handal speak?
Dr. Handal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Handal treat?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Handal 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. Handal. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Kidney Infection
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
- Pyelonephritis
- Acute Kidney Infection
- Renal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
- N10: Acute pyelonephritis
Also known as:
- Other Infectious Disease
- Infectious Disease
- Unspecified Infection
- Various Infections
- Other Germ Diseases
ICD-10 Codes:
- B998: Other infectious disease
Also known as:
- Kawasaki disease
- Kawasaki Disease
- Mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome
- Kawasaki syndrome
- Infantile polyarteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M303: Mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome [Kawasaki]
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:
- Valley Fever
- Coccidioidomycosis
- Desert Fever
- San Joaquin Fever
ICD-10 Codes:
- B389: Coccidioidomycosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Acute Right Lower Leg Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Acute Right Lower Leg Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Right Lower Leg Bone Infection
- Right Lower Leg Bone Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86161: Other acute osteomyelitis, right tibia and fibula
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Congenital Syphilis
- Syphilis
- Infant Syphilis
- Syphilis in Newborns
- Syphilis Passed from Mother to Baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- A509: Congenital syphilis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Handal perform as a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gilberto Handal may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Handal's office.
Does Dr. Handal accept my insurance?
Dr. Handal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 545-6817 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Handal accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Handal in El Paso, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
El Paso First Health Plans
Medicaid
State of Texas
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Where is Dr. Handal's office located?
What is Dr. Handal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Handal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629081948.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Handal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Handal
What is Dr. Gilberto Handal's specialty?
Dr. Handal is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near El Paso, TX. A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments. Contact Dr. Handal to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gilberto Handal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Handal is affiliated with The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus 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 Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
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Is Gilberto Handal accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Gilberto Handal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gilberto Handal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Handal's office at (915) 545-6817 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gilberto Handal?
Please contact Dr. Handal's office at (915) 545-6817 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gilberto Handal have?
Dr. Gilberto Handal is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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