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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cigarroa, Internist in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Carlos Cigarroa, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Laredo, TX. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Cigarroa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cigarroa’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cigarroa’s office at (956) 728-8255.
Where did Dr. Cigarroa go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Cigarroa speak?
Dr. Cigarroa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Cigarroa treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Cigarroa 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. Cigarroa. 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:
- Mitral Valve Disorder
- Tricuspid Valve Stenosis
- Other Aortic Valve Disorder
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral valve problems
- Non-rheumatic mitral valve disease
- Narrow tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid valve narrowing
- Aortic Valve Problems
- Aortic Valve Conditions
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I3489: Other nonrheumatic mitral valve disorders
- I360: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) stenosis
- I358: Other nonrheumatic aortic valve disorders
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Slow Heart Rate
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Check
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
- Pacemaker Battery Testing
- Cardiac Pacing Device Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Cigarroa perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Cigarroa performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Cigarroa. 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:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Temporary Pacemaker Electrode Insertion
- Temporary Cardiac Pacing Lead Placement
- Transvenous Pacemaker Catheter Insertion
- Single Chamber Temporary Pacemaker
CPT Codes:
- 33210: Insertion or replacement of temporary transvenous single chamber cardiac electrode or pacemaker catheter (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Cigarroa accept my insurance?
Dr. Cigarroa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 728-8255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cigarroa accept in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Cigarroa in Laredo, 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
Express Scripts
First Medical Health Plan
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Tennessee
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cigarroa's office located?
Dr. Carlos Cigarroa's Primary Practice
702 E Calton Rd Ste 101
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 728-8255
What is Dr. Cigarroa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cigarroa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891899084.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cigarroa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cigarroa
What is Dr. Carlos Cigarroa's specialty?
Dr. Cigarroa is a Internist near Laredo, TX.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Cigarroa to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Carlos Cigarroa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cigarroa is affiliated with Doctors Hospital of Laredo, DHR Health 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
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Is Carlos Cigarroa accepting new patients in Laredo, TX?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Cigarroa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Cigarroa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cigarroa's office at (956) 728-8255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Cigarroa?
Please contact Dr. Cigarroa's office at (956) 728-8255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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