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Dr. Luis Arango, MD

Mission, TX

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Arango, Internist in Mission, TX?

    Dr. Luis Arango, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Mission, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Arango graduated from Universidad De Antioquia, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Pulmonary Diseases; Atlantic City Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Arango is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arango’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arango’s office at (956) 581-7809.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Pulmonary Diseases; Atlantic City Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Medical College of Georgia Program

    • Medical School: Universidad De Antioquia | Universidad De Antioquia, Facultad De Medicina

    Is Dr. Arango board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Luis Arango, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Arango speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Arango typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Arango 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. Arango. 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Arango typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Arango 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. Arango. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Arango accept my insurance?

    Dr. Arango accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 581-7809 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Arango accept in Mission, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Arango's office located?

    Dr. Luis Arango's Primary Practice

    104 S Bryan Rd

    Mission, TX 78572

    (956) 581-7809

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    Dr. Luis Arango's Practice 2

    1901 S 1st St Ste 500

    McAllen, TX 78503

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

    Dr. Arango's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407877046.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arango?

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

    What is Dr. Luis Arango's specialty?

    Dr. Arango is a Internist near Mission, TX.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Luis Arango affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Arango is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Luis Arango accepting new patients in Mission, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Luis Arango is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Luis Arango offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Arango's office at (956) 581-7809 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Luis Arango?

    Please contact Dr. Arango's office at (956) 581-7809 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Luis Arango have?

    Dr. Luis Arango is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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