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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bilbao, Cytopathologist in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Jorge Bilbao, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Bilbao graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Scott & White Mem Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Bilbao is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bilbao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bilbao’s office at (915) 533-3000.
Where did Dr. Bilbao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Scott & White Mem Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Scott and White | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program
Medical School: University Auto De Chihuahua, Fac De Med, Chihuahua, Mexico | Universidad Autonoma De Chihuahua, Facultad De Medicina | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
Is Dr. Bilbao board certified as a Cytopathologist?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Bilbao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Bilbao speak?
Dr. Bilbao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Bilbao typically treat?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Bilbao 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. Bilbao. 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:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2930: Chronic superficial gastritis without bleeding
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Rectal Polyp
- Rectal Disorder
- Rectal Growth
- Colon Polyp
- Benign Rectal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- K621: Rectal polyp
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Gastric cancer screening
- Stomach tumor check
- Upper GI cancer screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z120: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of stomach
Also known as:
- Chronic Tonsillitis
- Tonsillitis
- Persistent tonsil infection
- Long-term tonsil inflammation
- Recurrent tonsillitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3501: Chronic tonsillitis
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Benign Thyroid Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Thyroid Disease
- Non-cancerous thyroid growth
- Benign thyroid neoplasm
- Thyroid nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- D34: Benign neoplasm of thyroid gland
What procedures does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Bilbao typically perform?
As a Cytopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jorge Bilbao may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Bilbao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bilbao accept my insurance?
Dr. Bilbao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 533-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bilbao accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Bilbao in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
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Where is Dr. Bilbao's office located?
What is Dr. Bilbao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bilbao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881626877.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bilbao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bilbao
What is Dr. Jorge Bilbao's specialty?
Dr. Bilbao is a Cytopathologist near El Paso, TX.
What does a Cytopathologist do?
A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist with specialization in diagnosing diseases by studying cells collected from body fluids and secretions. This involves scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or using fine-needle aspiration to obtain samples from tumor masses or organs. A key aspect of their practice is interpreting Papanicolaou-stained smears, commonly known as the "Pap" test," from the female reproductive system. Their expertise is also applied to the diagnosis of cells from all different systems and areas of the human body. This makes them a valuable consultant to all medical specialists.
Is this Dr. Jorge Bilbao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bilbao is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center - Las Cruces, Nm, University Medical Center Of El Paso, The Hospitals Of Providence - Sierra Campus 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 Jorge Bilbao accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Bilbao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge Bilbao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bilbao's office at (915) 533-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jorge Bilbao?
Please contact Dr. Bilbao's office at (915) 533-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jorge Bilbao have?
Dr. Jorge Bilbao is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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