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Dr. Jorge Kutugata, MD

Dr. Jorge Kutugata, MD

Weslaco, TX

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kutugata, Pediatrician in Weslaco, TX?

    Dr. Jorge Kutugata, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Weslaco, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Kutugata graduated from Instituto Tecnologico de Estudios Superies de Monterrey and completed his residency at Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Kutugata is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kutugata’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kutugata’s office at (956) 969-2904.

    Where did Dr. Kutugata go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Pediatrics | Tx Tech University Health Science Center | Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program

    • Medical School: University Auto De Nuevo Leon- Fac De Med- Monterrey- Nuevo Leon- Mexico | Fifth Pathway / A Foreign Medical School | Instituto Tecnologico de Estudios Superies de Monterrey | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

    Is Dr. Kutugata board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Jorge Kutugata, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Kutugata speak?

    Dr. Kutugata and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Kutugata treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Kutugata 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. Kutugata. 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:

    • 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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Head Cold
    • Nasal Congestion
    • Upper Respiratory Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Which procedures does Dr. Kutugata perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Jorge Kutugata may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kutugata's office.

    Does Dr. Kutugata accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kutugata accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 969-2904 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kutugata accept in Weslaco, TX?

    Dr. Kutugata in Weslaco, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Driscoll Health Plan

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kutugata's office located?

    Dr. Jorge Kutugata's Primary Practice

    902 S Airport Dr Ste 1

    Weslaco, TX 78596

    (956) 969-2904

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    Dr. Jorge Kutugata's Practice 2

    8030 N FM 1015 Ste B

    Mercedes, TX 78570

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    What is Dr. Kutugata's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kutugata's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285748996.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kutugata?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kutugata

    What is Dr. Jorge Kutugata's specialty?

    Dr. Kutugata is a Pediatrician near Weslaco, TX. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Kutugata to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jorge Kutugata affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kutugata is affiliated with Dhr Health 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 Pediatrician?

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    Is Jorge Kutugata accepting new patients in Weslaco, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Jorge Kutugata is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jorge Kutugata offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kutugata's office at (956) 969-2904 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jorge Kutugata?

    Please contact Dr. Kutugata's office at (956) 969-2904 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jorge Kutugata have?

    Dr. Jorge Kutugata is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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