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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cuevas, Cardiologist in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Christel Cuevas is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Cuevas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cuevas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cuevas’s office at (361) 654-0617.
What languages does Dr. Cuevas speak?
Dr. Cuevas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cuevas treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Cuevas 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. Cuevas. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
- Precordial pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Aortic Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Multiple Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting Heart Valves
ICD-10 Codes:
- I080: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and aortic valves
What procedures does Dr. Cuevas perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Cuevas 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. Cuevas. 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:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
- Femoral Artery Angioplasty
- Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Does Dr. Cuevas accept my insurance?
Dr. Cuevas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 654-0617 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cuevas accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Cuevas in Corpus Christi, 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
Texas Independence Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cuevas' office located?
Dr. Christel Cuevas' Primary Practice
1202 3rd St
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
(361) 654-0617
What is Dr. Cuevas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cuevas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366735375.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cuevas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cuevas
What is Dr. Christel Cuevas's specialty?
Dr. Cuevas is a Cardiologist near Corpus Christi, TX. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Cuevas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christel Cuevas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cuevas is affiliated with CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Christel Cuevas accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christel Cuevas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christel Cuevas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cuevas's office at (361) 654-0617 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christel Cuevas?
Please contact Dr. Cuevas's office at (361) 654-0617 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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