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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Torres, Internist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Laura Torres, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Torres is fluent in English, and is 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 (210) 358-3555.
What languages does Dr. Torres speak?
Dr. Torres and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Torres typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Torres typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Torres 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. 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:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Does Dr. Torres accept my insurance?
Dr. Torres accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-3555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Torres accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Torres in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Gonzaba Medical Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Torres' office located?
Dr. Laura Torres' Primary Practice
720 Pleasanton Rd
San Antonio, TX 78214
(210) 358-3555
What is Dr. Torres's NPI number?An 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 1487273538.
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. Laura Torres's specialty?
Dr. Torres is a Internist near San Antonio, 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. Laura Torres affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Torres is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, University Hospital-San Antonio, Dhr Health 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Laura Torres accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Laura Torres is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Torres offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Torres's office at (210) 358-3555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Torres?
Please contact Dr. Torres's office at (210) 358-3555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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