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Dr. Laurie Aten, MD
Family Medicine Specialist
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Denton, TX
39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aten, Family Medicine Specialist in Denton, TX?
Dr. Laurie Aten, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Denton, TX. She has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Preventative Medicine. Dr. Aten is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aten’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aten’s office at (940) 220-0887.
Is Dr. Aten board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Laurie Aten, MD is board certified by the American Board of Preventative Medicine
What languages does Dr. Aten speak?
Dr. Aten and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does Dr. Aten treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Aten 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. Aten. 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:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Chronic Ulcer of the Skin (Other Areas)
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg with Muscle Damage
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Non-pressure ulcer
- Dermal ulcer
- Persistent skin wound
- Chronic sore
- Deep Leg Ulcer
- Muscle-Involved Skin Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L98493: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with necrosis of muscle
- L97813: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with necrosis of muscle
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Heel and Midfoot
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Ankle
- Chronic Ulcer of the Left Heel and Midfoot
- Chronic Ulcer of the Left Ankle
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97413: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right heel and midfoot with necrosis of muscle
- L97512: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed
- L97312: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right ankle with fat layer exposed
- L97513: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with necrosis of muscle
- L97424: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left heel and midfoot with necrosis of bone
- L97422: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left heel and midfoot with fat layer exposed
- L97322: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left ankle with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Heel or Midfoot
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Ankle
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
- Skin Condition
- Foot Ulcer
- Open Sore on Foot
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Ankle Ulcer
- Open Sore on Ankle
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97423: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left heel and midfoot with necrosis of muscle
- L97313: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right ankle with necrosis of muscle
- L97412: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right heel and midfoot with fat layer exposed
- L97323: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left ankle with necrosis of muscle
- L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Skin Problems from Radiation
- Radiation Exposure
- Skin Condition
- Radiation dermatitis
- Radiation skin reaction
- Radiation-induced skin changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- L598: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation
What procedures does Dr. Aten perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Aten performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Aten. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Does Dr. Aten accept my insurance?
Dr. Aten accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (940) 220-0887 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aten accept in Denton, TX?
Dr. Aten in Denton, 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)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Aten's office located?
Dr. Laurie Aten's Primary Practice
2817 S Mayhill Rd Ste 230
Denton, TX 76208
(940) 220-0887
What is Dr. Aten's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447364468.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aten?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aten
What is Dr. Laurie Aten's specialty?
Dr. Aten is a Family Medicine Specialist near Denton, TX. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Aten to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Laurie Aten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aten is affiliated with Medical City Denton Hospital, Texas Health Denton, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound, Texas Health Frisco 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Laurie Aten accepting new patients in Denton, TX?
Yes, Dr. Laurie Aten is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laurie Aten offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aten's office at (940) 220-0887 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laurie Aten?
Please contact Dr. Aten's office at (940) 220-0887 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laurie Aten have?
Dr. Laurie Aten is certified by the American Board of Preventative Medicine.
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