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Dr. Joseph Torres, MD

Anesthesiologist, Pain Medicine Specialist

McKinney, TX

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Torres, Anesthesiologist in McKinney, TX?

    Dr. Joseph Torres, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in McKinney, TX. Dr. Torres is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Torres’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torres’s office at (702) 912-4100.

    What languages does Dr. Torres speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Torres typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Torres 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. Torres. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    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:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Idiopathic Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
    • Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
    • Unknown cause nerve damage
    • Peripheral dysautonomia
    • Autonomic neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9009: Other idiopathic peripheral autonomic neuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Torres typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Torres may include:

    Please contact Dr. Torres' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Torres accept my insurance?

    Dr. Torres accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 912-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Torres accept in McKinney, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Baylor Scott & White Holdings

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Torres' office located?

    Dr. Joseph Torres' Primary Practice

    4510 Medical Center Dr Ste 211

    McKinney, TX 75069

    (702) 912-4100

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

    Dr. Torres's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427587294.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torres?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Torres's specialty?

    Dr. Torres is an Anesthesiologist near McKinney, TX.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Joseph Torres affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Torres is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Mckinney 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Joseph Torres accepting new patients in McKinney, TX?

    No, Dr. Joseph Torres is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Torres offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Torres' office at (702) 912-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Torres?

    Please contact Dr. Torres' office at (702) 912-4100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Torres' office located?

    Dr. Torres' office is located in McKinney, TX.