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Accepting patients
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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 Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rinkle typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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:
- 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
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rinkle typically perform?
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
Please contact Dr. Rinkle's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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. James Rinkle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rinkle is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, St. Luke's Health - Memorial Hospital - Livingston, Tx, Hca Houston Healthcare Southeast, Atlantic Health Morristown 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
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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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