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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Forero Medina, Internist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Nubia-Paola Forero Medina, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Forero Medina completed her residency at Danbury Hospital Program. Dr. Forero Medina is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forero Medina’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forero Medina’s office at (210) 921-3800.
Where did Dr. Forero Medina go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Danbury Hospital Program
What languages does Dr. Forero Medina speak?
Dr. Forero Medina and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Forero Medina treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Forero Medina 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. Forero Medina. 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:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Hyperglycemia
- Cataract
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Throat irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R058: Other specified cough
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does Dr. Forero Medina perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Forero Medina 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. Forero Medina. 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:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Forero Medina accept my insurance?
Dr. Forero Medina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 921-3800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forero Medina accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Forero Medina in San Antonio, 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)
Devoted Health
Gonzaba Medical Group
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Scan Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Forero Medina's office located?
Dr. Nubia-Paola Forero Medina's Primary Practice
6487 Blanco Rd
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 921-3800
Dr. Nubia-Paola Forero Medina's Practice 2
1303 McCullough Ave Ste 170
San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 921-3800
Dr. Nubia-Paola Forero Medina's Practice 3
205 W Windcrest St Ste 130
Fredericksburg, TX 78624
What is Dr. Forero Medina's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Forero Medina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346553146.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forero Medina?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forero Medina
What is Dr. Nubia-Paola Forero Medina's specialty?
Dr. Forero Medina is a Internist near San Antonio, TX.
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.
Contact Dr. Forero Medina to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Nubia-Paola Forero Medina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Forero Medina is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, University Hospital-San Antonio 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 Nubia-Paola Forero Medina accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Nubia-Paola Forero Medina is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nubia-Paola Forero Medina offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forero Medina's office at (210) 921-3800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nubia-Paola Forero Medina?
Please contact Dr. Forero Medina's office at (210) 921-3800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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