23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Patlan, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. John Patlan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Patlan graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at University Of Texas Houston. Dr. Patlan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patlan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patlan’s office at (713) 242-2222.
Where did Dr. Patlan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Texas Houston
Medical School: The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
What languages does Dr. Patlan speak?
Dr. Patlan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Patlan treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Patlan 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. Patlan. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Blood Clot in Brain
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I63412: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of left middle cerebral artery
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Spastic Hemiplegia (Right Dominant Side)
- Paralysis
- Right-sided spastic paralysis
- Right-sided stiff paralysis
- Spastic weakness on right dominant side
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8111: Spastic hemiplegia affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Which procedures does Dr. Patlan perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. John Patlan may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Patlan's office.
Does Dr. Patlan accept my insurance?
Dr. Patlan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 242-2222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patlan accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Patlan in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Community Care Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Patlan's office located?
Dr. John Patlan's Primary Practice
915 Gessner Rd Ste 100
Houston, TX 77024
(713) 242-2222
What is Dr. Patlan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Patlan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629162656.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patlan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Patlan
What is Dr. John Patlan's specialty?
Dr. Patlan is a Internist near Houston, 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. Patlan to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. John Patlan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Patlan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Michael E. Debakey Department Of Veterans Affairs 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
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Is John Patlan accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. John Patlan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Patlan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patlan's office at (713) 242-2222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Patlan?
Please contact Dr. Patlan's office at (713) 242-2222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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