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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Touchstone, Internist in Richardson, TX?
Dr. Joy Touchstone, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Richardson, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Touchstone graduated from Texas A&M University. Dr. Touchstone is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Touchstone’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Touchstone’s office at (214) 239-1053.
Where did Dr. Touchstone go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | Texas A&M University
Is Dr. Touchstone board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joy Touchstone, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Touchstone speak?
Dr. Touchstone and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Touchstone typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Touchstone 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. Touchstone. 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:
- 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R070: Pain in throat
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Touchstone typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joy Touchstone may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Touchstone's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Touchstone accept my insurance?
Dr. Touchstone accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 239-1053 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Touchstone accept in Richardson, TX?
Dr. Touchstone in Richardson, 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
Allied Benefit Systems
BCBS Unspecified
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Touchstone's office located?
Dr. Joy Touchstone's Primary Practice
2821 E President George Bush Hwy Ste 508
Richardson, TX 75082
(214) 239-1053
What is Dr. Touchstone's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Touchstone's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912019795.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Touchstone?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Touchstone
What is Dr. Joy Touchstone's specialty?
Dr. Touchstone is a Internist near Richardson, 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. Joy Touchstone affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Touchstone is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen, Medical City Plano Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, North Central Surgical Center Hospital, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Joy Touchstone accepting new patients in Richardson, TX?
Yes, Dr. Joy Touchstone is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joy Touchstone offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Touchstone's office at (214) 239-1053 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joy Touchstone?
Please contact Dr. Touchstone's office at (214) 239-1053 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joy Touchstone have?
Dr. Joy Touchstone is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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