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Who is Dr. Amede, Critical Care Internist in Weslaco, TX?
Dr. Francis Amede, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Weslaco, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Amede graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at St Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center Program. Dr. Amede is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amede’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amede’s office at (832) 767-5536.
Where did Dr. Amede go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center Program
Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Amede speak?
Dr. Amede and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Amede treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Amede 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. Amede. 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.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Amede perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Francis Amede may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Amede's office.
Does Dr. Amede accept my insurance?
Dr. Amede accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 767-5536 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Amede accept in Weslaco, TX?
Dr. Amede in Weslaco, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthSmart
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Amede's office located?
What is Dr. Amede's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Amede's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528092723.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amede?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Amede
What is Dr. Francis Amede's specialty?
Dr. Amede is a Critical Care Internist near Weslaco, TX. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Amede to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Francis Amede affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Amede is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: South Texas Health System Edinburg, Longview Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Francis Amede accepting new patients in Weslaco, TX?
Yes, Dr. Francis Amede is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francis Amede offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Amede's office at (832) 767-5536 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francis Amede?
Please contact Dr. Amede's office at (832) 767-5536 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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