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Dr. Maria Aguinaga, MD
Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Family Medicine Specialist
McAllen, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aguinaga, Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Maria Aguinaga, MD is an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Aguinaga graduated from UNIVERSITY DE PANAMA. Dr. Aguinaga is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aguinaga’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aguinaga’s office at (956) 994-3771.
Where did Dr. Aguinaga go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: UNIVERSITY DE PANAMA
What languages does Dr. Aguinaga speak?
Dr. Aguinaga and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Aguinaga treat?
As an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Aguinaga 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. Aguinaga. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
- Chronic Ulcer of the Left Foot
- Chronic Ulcer of the Left Ankle
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97515: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with muscle involvement without evidence of necrosis
- L97525: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with muscle involvement without evidence of necrosis
- L97512: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed
- L97322: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left ankle with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89152: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 2
- L89314: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 4
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Heel or Midfoot
- Skin Condition
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Ulcer
- Open Sore on Foot
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed
- L97415: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right heel and midfoot with muscle involvement without evidence of necrosis
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Chronic Skin Ulcer with Muscle Involvement on Lower Left Leg
- Skin Condition
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Deep Leg Ulcer
- Muscle-Affected Skin Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97825: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with muscle involvement without evidence of necrosis
Also known as:
- Chronic Vein Problems with Ulcers and Inflammation
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
- Leg Ulcers from Poor Circulation
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87333: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of bilateral lower extremity
What procedures does Dr. Aguinaga perform?
As an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Aguinaga 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. Aguinaga. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Skin Substitute Graft (Additional Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
- Bio-engineered Skin Graft
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
- 15276: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; each additional 25 sq cm wound surface area, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
- Surgery
- Wound Debridement for Graft
- Burn Scar Release Surgery
- Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
- Surgery
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Aguinaga accept my insurance?
Dr. Aguinaga accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 994-3771 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aguinaga accept in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Aguinaga 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
First Medical Health Plan
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Aguinaga's office located?
Dr. Maria Aguinaga's Primary Practice
1200 E Ridge Rd Ste 6
McAllen, TX 78503
(956) 994-3771
What is Dr. Aguinaga's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aguinaga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023338902.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aguinaga?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aguinaga
What is Dr. Maria Aguinaga's specialty?
Dr. Aguinaga is a Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist near McAllen, TX. Physicians specializing in Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine, who may come from various specialties such as preventive medicine or emergency medicine, treat conditions like decompression illness, diving accidents, carbon monoxide poisoning, gas gangrene, non-healing wounds, radiation and burn tissue damage, and bone infections using hyperbaric oxygen therapy. These specialists also consult with other physicians on hyperbaric chamber operations, evaluate risks, and implement preventive measures to safeguard divers and individuals working in altered atmospheric conditions from disease and disability. Contact Dr. Aguinaga to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Maria Aguinaga affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aguinaga is affiliated with Mission Regional Medical Center, Starr County Memorial Hospital, Mission Regional Medical Center, DHR Health 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 Maria Aguinaga accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Maria Aguinaga is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Aguinaga offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aguinaga's office at (956) 994-3771 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Aguinaga?
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