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Dr. Janette Torres, MD

Bronx, NY

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Torres, Family Medicine Specialist in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Janette Torres, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. She has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Torres is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (718) 589-4541.

    What languages does Dr. Torres speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Torres treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Cough Variant Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • CVA
    • Asthma with Cough
    • Chronic Cough Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45991: Cough variant asthma
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E663: Overweight

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Joint Pain
    • Joint Disorder
    • Pain
    • Arthralgia
    • Aching joints
    • Sore joints

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2550: Pain in unspecified joint

    Which procedures does Dr. Torres perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Janette Torres may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Torres' office.

    Does Dr. Torres accept my insurance?

    Dr. Torres accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 589-4541 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Torres accept in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Torres in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • American Federation of Teachers

    • Centers Plan for Healthy Living

    • Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Deutsche Bank

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Torres' office located?

    Dr. Janette Torres' Primary Practice

    1070 Southern Blvd

    Bronx, NY 10459

    (718) 589-4541

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    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 1447355102.

    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. Janette Torres's specialty?

    Dr. Torres is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bronx, NY. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Torres to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Janette Torres affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Torres is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Janette Torres accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Janette Torres is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Janette Torres offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Torres's office at (718) 589-4541 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Janette Torres?

    Please contact Dr. Torres's office at (718) 589-4541 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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