Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velasquez, Pediatrician in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Otto Velasquez, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Velasquez graduated from Francisco Marroqu and completed his residency at Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Pediatrics. Dr. Velasquez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velasquez’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velasquez’s office at (877) 543-7247.
Where did Dr. Velasquez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Pediatrics
Medical School: University Francisco Marroquin, Fac De Med, Guatemala | Francisco Marroqu
Is Dr. Velasquez board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Otto Velasquez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Velasquez speak?
Dr. Velasquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Velasquez typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Velasquez 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. Velasquez. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Velasquez typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Otto Velasquez may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Velasquez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Velasquez accept my insurance?
Dr. Velasquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (877) 543-7247 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velasquez accept in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Velasquez in McAllen, 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
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicaid
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Velasquez's office located?
Dr. Otto Velasquez's Primary Practice
5111 N 10th St # 281
McAllen, TX 78504
(877) 543-7247
What is Dr. Velasquez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velasquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144302605.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velasquez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velasquez
What is Dr. Otto Velasquez's specialty?
Dr. Velasquez is a Pediatrician near McAllen, TX.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Otto Velasquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velasquez is affiliated with Rio Grande Regional Hospital, Dhr Health, Mission Regional Medical Center 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 Otto Velasquez accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Otto Velasquez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Otto Velasquez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velasquez's office at (877) 543-7247 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Otto Velasquez?
Please contact Dr. Velasquez's office at (877) 543-7247 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Otto Velasquez have?
Dr. Otto Velasquez is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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