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Dr. Cleo Desmedt, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Harlingen, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Desmedt, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Harlingen, TX?

    Dr. Cleo Desmedt, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Harlingen, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Desmedt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desmedt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desmedt’s office at (956) 389-1100.

    What languages does Dr. Desmedt speak?

    Dr. Desmedt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desmedt typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Desmedt 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. Desmedt. 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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desmedt typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Cleo Desmedt may include:

    Please contact Dr. Desmedt's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Desmedt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Desmedt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 389-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desmedt accept in Harlingen, TX?

    Dr. Desmedt in Harlingen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Driscoll Children's Hospital

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Desmedt's office located?

    Dr. Cleo Desmedt's Primary Practice

    2101 Pease St

    Harlingen, TX 78550

    (956) 389-1100

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    Dr. Cleo Desmedt's Practice 2

    1900 S D St

    McAllen, TX 78503

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    What is Dr. Desmedt's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Desmedt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689202251.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desmedt?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desmedt

    What is Dr. Cleo Desmedt's specialty?

    Dr. Desmedt is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Harlingen, 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 Dr. Cleo Desmedt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Desmedt is affiliated with Valley Regional Medical Center, Dhr Health, University Of Mississippi Medical Center, Valley Baptist Medical Center — Brownsville, Rio Grande Regional 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Cleo Desmedt accepting new patients in Harlingen, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Cleo Desmedt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cleo Desmedt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desmedt's office at (956) 389-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Cleo Desmedt?

    Please contact Dr. Desmedt's office at (956) 389-1100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Desmedt's office located?

    Dr. Desmedt's offices are located in Harlingen, TX and McAllen, TX.