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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prentice, Internist in Fort Sam Houston, TX?
Dr. Victoria Prentice, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Sam Houston, TX. Dr. Prentice is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prentice’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prentice’s office at (210) 262-3120.
What languages does Dr. Prentice speak?
Dr. Prentice and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Prentice typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Prentice 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. Prentice. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Prentice typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Victoria Prentice 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. Prentice's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Prentice accept my insurance?
Dr. Prentice accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 262-3120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prentice accept in Fort Sam Houston, TX?
Dr. Prentice in Fort Sam Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Prentice's office located?
Dr. Victoria Prentice's Primary Practice
3551 Roger Brooke Dr
Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234
(210) 262-3120
What is Dr. Prentice's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prentice's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669731949.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prentice?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prentice
What is Dr. Victoria Prentice's specialty?
Dr. Prentice is a Internist near Fort Sam 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. Victoria Prentice affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prentice is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Victoria Prentice accepting new patients in Fort Sam Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Victoria Prentice is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Victoria Prentice offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prentice's office at (210) 262-3120 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Victoria Prentice?
Please contact Dr. Prentice's office at (210) 262-3120 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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