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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rinkle, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pearland, TX?
Dr. James Rinkle, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pearland, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rinkle is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rinkle’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rinkle’s office at (765) 747-3241.
What languages does Dr. Rinkle speak?
Dr. Rinkle and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rinkle treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rinkle 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. Rinkle. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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
- Precordial pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Rinkle perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Rinkle may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rinkle's office.
Does Dr. Rinkle accept my insurance?
Dr. Rinkle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (765) 747-3241 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rinkle accept in Pearland, TX?
Dr. Rinkle in Pearland, 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)
Medicare
MedImpact
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rinkle's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. James Rinkle?
Dr. Rinkle has appointments available at his Pearland, TX office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Rinkle's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rinkle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295995272.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rinkle?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rinkle
What is Dr. James Rinkle's specialty?
Dr. Rinkle is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pearland, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Rinkle to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Rinkle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rinkle is affiliated with St. Luke's Health - Memorial Hospital - Livingston, TX, CHRISTUS Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital 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
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Is James Rinkle accepting new patients in Pearland, TX?
Yes, Dr. James Rinkle is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Rinkle offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Rinkle, or call (765) 747-3241 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with James Rinkle?
Please contact Dr. Rinkle's office at (765) 747-3241 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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