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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zuniga, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Jorge Zuniga, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Zuniga is fluent in English, French, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zuniga’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zuniga’s office.
Is Dr. Zuniga board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Zuniga, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Zuniga speak?
Dr. Zuniga and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Zuniga typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Zuniga 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. Zuniga. 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:
- 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
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Zuniga typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Jorge Zuniga 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
Please contact Dr. Zuniga's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zuniga accept my insurance?
Dr. Zuniga 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. Zuniga accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Zuniga in Houston, 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zuniga's office located?
What is Dr. Zuniga's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zuniga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235355330.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zuniga?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zuniga
What is Dr. Jorge Zuniga's specialty?
Dr. Zuniga is a Internist near Houston, TX.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Jorge Zuniga affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zuniga is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist West Hospital, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jorge Zuniga accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Zuniga is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge Zuniga offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zuniga's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jorge Zuniga?
Please contact Dr. Zuniga's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jorge Zuniga have?
Dr. Jorge Zuniga is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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