31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Darter, Family Medicine Specialist in Childress, TX?
Dr. Thomas Darter, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Childress, TX. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Darter completed his residency at John P Smith Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Darter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Darter’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Darter’s office.
Where did Dr. Darter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: John P Smith Hosp, Family Medicine
Medical School: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr Sch of Med, Lubbock Tx
Is Dr. Darter board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Darter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Darter speak?
Dr. Darter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Darter typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Darter 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. Darter. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Need for Personal Care Assistance
- Help with daily living
- Assistance with self-care
- Activities of daily living support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z741: Need for assistance with personal care
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, 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 Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Darter typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Darter may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Darter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Darter accept my insurance?
Dr. Darter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Darter accept in Childress, TX?
Dr. Darter in Childress, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Gilsbar
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Darter's office located?
What is Dr. Darter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Darter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467553370.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Darter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Darter
What is Dr. Thomas Darter's specialty?
Dr. Darter is a Family Medicine Specialist near Childress, TX.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Thomas Darter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Darter is affiliated with United Regional Healthcare System 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Thomas Darter accepting new patients in Childress, TX?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Darter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Darter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Darter's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Darter?
Please contact Dr. Darter's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Darter have?
Dr. Thomas Darter is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Darter
901 US Highway 83 N
Childress, TX 79201