Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Canales, Family Medicine Specialist in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Ricardo Canales, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Canales completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Family Medicine. Dr. Canales is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Canales’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Canales’s office at (956) 627-0531.
Where did Dr. Canales go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Family Medicine
Medical School: University Auto De Nuevo Leon- Fac De Med- Monterrey- Nuevo Leon- Mexico
Is Dr. Canales board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Canales, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Canales speak?
Dr. Canales and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Canales typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Canales 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. Canales. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Canales typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Canales 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. Canales. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Canales accept my insurance?
Dr. Canales accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 627-0531 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Canales accept in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Canales in McAllen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Canales' office located?
What is Dr. Canales's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Canales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023086345.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Canales?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Canales
What is Dr. Ricardo Canales's specialty?
Dr. Canales is a Family Medicine Specialist near McAllen, TX.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Ricardo Canales affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Canales is affiliated with Dhr Health, Rio Grande Regional Hospital, Mission Regional Medical Center 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ricardo Canales accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Canales is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Canales offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Canales's office at (956) 627-0531 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Canales?
Please contact Dr. Canales's office at (956) 627-0531 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ricardo Canales have?
Dr. Ricardo Canales is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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