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Dr. Catherine Torres, MD
Dighton, KS
29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Torres, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Dighton, KS?
Dr. Catherine Torres, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Dighton, KS. She has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Torres graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed her residency at St Joseph Hosp & Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Univ Of Ok Coll Med-Tulsa, General Surgery. 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 (620) 397-5316.
Where did Dr. Torres go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph Hosp & Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Univ Of Ok Coll Med-Tulsa, General Surgery | St Joseph Hospital and Med Center
Medical School: University of Nm Sch of Med, Albuquerque Nm | University of New Mexico | University of New Mexico School of Medicine
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 a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Torres typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Partial Tooth Loss
- Tooth Disorder
- Missing Teeth
- Partial Edentulism
- Some Teeth Missing
ICD-10 Codes:
- K08409: Partial loss of teeth, unspecified cause, unspecified class
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Torres typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Catherine Torres may include:
Please contact Dr. Torres' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Torres accept my insurance?
Dr. Torres accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (620) 397-5316 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Torres accept in Dighton, KS?
Dr. Torres in Dighton, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Auxiant
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Torres' office located?
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 1013017961.
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. Catherine Torres's specialty?
Dr. Torres is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Dighton, KS.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Catherine Torres affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Torres is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lane County Hospital, Hays 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
When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Catherine Torres accepting new patients in Dighton, KS?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Torres is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Catherine Torres offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Torres's office at (620) 397-5316 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Catherine Torres?
Please contact Dr. Torres's office at (620) 397-5316 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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