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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Curwen, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Boris Curwen, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Laredo, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Curwen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Curwen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Curwen’s office at (817) 820-4906.
What languages does Dr. Curwen speak?
Dr. Curwen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Curwen typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Curwen 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. Curwen. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Curwen typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Boris Curwen may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Curwen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Curwen accept my insurance?
Dr. Curwen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 820-4906 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Curwen accept in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Curwen in Laredo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Oscar Health
Regency ISNP Holdings
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Where is Dr. Curwen's office located?
Dr. Boris Curwen's Primary Practice
2901 Jaime Zapata Memorial Hwy
Laredo, TX 78043
(817) 820-4906
What is Dr. Curwen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Curwen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487940482.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Curwen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Curwen
What is Dr. Boris Curwen's specialty?
Dr. Curwen is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Laredo, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Boris Curwen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Curwen is affiliated with Doctors Hospital Of Laredo 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Boris Curwen accepting new patients in Laredo, TX?
Yes, Dr. Boris Curwen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Boris Curwen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Curwen's office at (817) 820-4906 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Boris Curwen?
Please contact Dr. Curwen's office at (817) 820-4906 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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