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Dr. Marcel Twahirwa, MD

Endocrinologist

Edinburg, TX

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Twahirwa, Endocrinologist in Edinburg, TX?

    Dr. Marcel Twahirwa, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Edinburg, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Twahirwa graduated from Universidad De Montemorelos, Escuela De Medicina and completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Metropolitan Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Twahirwa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Twahirwa’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Twahirwa’s office at (956) 362-5650.

    Where did Dr. Twahirwa go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Metropolitan Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

    • Medical School: University De Montemorelos, Esc De Med, Montemorelos, Nuevo Leon, Mexico | Universidad De Montemorelos, Escuela De Medicina

    Is Dr. Twahirwa board certified as an Endocrinologist?

    Yes, Dr. Marcel Twahirwa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Twahirwa speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Twahirwa typically treat?

    As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Twahirwa 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. Twahirwa. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Other Hypothyroidism
    • Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Thyroid Gland Underactivity
    • Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
    • Thyroid Failure After Surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
    • E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
    • E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism

    What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Twahirwa typically perform?

    As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Twahirwa 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. Twahirwa. 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:

    • Liver Elastography
    • Elastography
    • FibroScan
    • Liver stiffness test
    • Shear wave elastography

    CPT Codes:

    • 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report

    Does Dr. Twahirwa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Twahirwa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 362-5650 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Twahirwa accept in Edinburg, TX?

    Dr. Twahirwa in Edinburg, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Twahirwa's office located?

    Dr. Marcel Twahirwa's Primary Practice

    2609 Michaelangelo Dr

    Edinburg, TX 78539

    (956) 362-5650

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    Dr. Marcel Twahirwa's Practice 2

    2121 E Griffin Pkwy Ste 17

    Mission, TX 78572

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    What is Dr. Twahirwa's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Twahirwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841381167.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Twahirwa?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Twahirwa

    What is Dr. Marcel Twahirwa's specialty?

    Dr. Twahirwa is an Endocrinologist near Edinburg, TX.

    What does an Endocrinologist do?

    An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.

    Is Dr. Marcel Twahirwa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Twahirwa is affiliated with Dhr Health, Rio Grande Regional Hospital, Starr County Memorial Hospital, Mission Regional Medical Center, Valley Baptist Medical Center — Brownsville 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

    When to see an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Marcel Twahirwa accepting new patients in Edinburg, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Marcel Twahirwa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Marcel Twahirwa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Twahirwa's office at (956) 362-5650 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Marcel Twahirwa?

    Please contact Dr. Twahirwa's office at (956) 362-5650 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Twahirwa's office located?

    Dr. Twahirwa's offices are located in Edinburg, TX and Mission, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Marcel Twahirwa have?

    Dr. Marcel Twahirwa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.