Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Horton, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Harlingen, TX?
Dr. Joseph Horton, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Harlingen, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Horton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Horton’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Horton’s office at (956) 389-4710.
What languages does Dr. Horton speak?
Dr. Horton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Horton treat?
As a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Horton 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. Horton. 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:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Other tear of the lateral meniscus in the left knee
- Other tear of the lateral meniscus in the right knee
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83282A: Other tear of lateral meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
- S83281A: Other tear of lateral meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Full Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Severed Shoulder Tendon
- Torn Shoulder Tendon
- Shoulder Tendon Rupture
- Rotator Cuff Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Arthritis in Right Knee
- Other Arthritis in Left Knee
- Arthritis
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Right Knee Joint Inflammation
- Atypical Right Knee Arthritis
- Specific Right Knee Arthritis
- Left Knee Joint Inflammation
- Atypical Left Knee Arthritis
- Specific Left Knee Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M13861: Other specified arthritis, right knee
- M13862: Other specified arthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Exposure to Other Factors
- Unspecified environmental exposure
- Other external factors health
- Unknown exposure effects
ICD-10 Codes:
- X58XXXA: Exposure to other specified factors, initial encounter
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
Which procedures does Dr. Horton perform as a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
As a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Horton may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Horton's office.
Does Dr. Horton accept my insurance?
Dr. Horton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 389-4710 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Horton accept in Harlingen, TX?
Dr. Horton in Harlingen, 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
Department of Veterans Affairs
Driscoll Health Plan
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Horton's office located?
What is Dr. Horton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Horton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205861416.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Horton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Horton
What is Dr. Joseph Horton's specialty?
Dr. Horton is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Harlingen, TX. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Horton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Horton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Horton is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center — Harlingen 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
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Is Joseph Horton accepting new patients in Harlingen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Horton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Horton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Horton's office at (956) 389-4710 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Horton?
Please contact Dr. Horton's office at (956) 389-4710 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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