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Dr. James Purpura, DO

Abilene, TX

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Purpura, Family Medicine Specialist in Abilene, TX?

    Dr. James Purpura, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Abilene, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Purpura graduated from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Purpura is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purpura’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purpura’s office at (325) 793-5290.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Family Medicine | Med College Va

    • Medical School: College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific | Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific

    What languages does Dr. Purpura speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Purpura treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Purpura 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. Purpura. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Iron
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
    • Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
    • General Observation for Excluded Conditions
    • Broad Diagnostic Observation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    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:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Which procedures does Dr. Purpura perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Purpura may include:

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

    Does Dr. Purpura accept my insurance?

    Dr. Purpura accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (325) 793-5290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Purpura accept in Abilene, TX?

    Dr. Purpura in Abilene, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Chevron

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Gordon Food Service

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Purpura's office located?

    Dr. James Purpura's Primary Practice

    1665 Antilley Rd Ste 260

    Abilene, TX 79606

    (325) 793-5290

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    Dr. James Purpura's Practice 2

    4601 Hartford St

    Abilene, TX 79605

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

    Dr. Purpura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215926878.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purpura?

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

    What is Dr. James Purpura's specialty?

    Dr. Purpura is a Family Medicine Specialist near Abilene, 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. Purpura to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Purpura affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Purpura is affiliated with Hendrick Medical Center, Texas Health Arlington Memorial 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?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is James Purpura accepting new patients in Abilene, TX?

    Yes, Dr. James Purpura is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Purpura offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Purpura's office at (325) 793-5290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Purpura?

    Please contact Dr. Purpura's office at (325) 793-5290 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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