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Dr. Francisco Torres, MD

Brownsville, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Torres, Psychiatrist in Brownsville, TX?

    Dr. Francisco Torres, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Brownsville, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Torres completed his residency at Harvard University. Dr. Torres is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Torres’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torres’s office at (956) 698-4734.

    Where did Dr. Torres go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Harvard University

    • Medical School: Escuela De Med Juan N Coripas

    What languages does Dr. Torres speak?

    Dr. Torres and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Torres typically treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Torres 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. Torres. 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:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Does Dr. Torres accept my insurance?

    Dr. Torres accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 698-4734 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Torres accept in Brownsville, TX?

    Dr. Torres in Brownsville, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Driscoll Children's Hospital

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Torres' office located?

    Dr. Francisco Torres' Primary Practice

    345 Lorenaly Dr

    Brownsville, TX 78526

    (956) 698-4734

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    Valley Baptist Medical Center East Campus

    1 Ted Hunt Blvd

    Brownsville, TX 78521

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    What is Dr. Torres's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Torres's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154480515.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torres?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Torres

    What is Dr. Francisco Torres's specialty?

    What does a Psychiatrist do?

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

    Is Dr. Francisco Torres affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Torres is affiliated with Dhr Health, Valley Regional Medical Center, Valley Baptist Medical Center — Brownsville, Rio Grande Regional Hospital, Mission Regional Medical Center 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

    When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Psychiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Francisco Torres accepting new patients in Brownsville, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Francisco Torres is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Francisco Torres offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Torres' office at (956) 698-4734 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Francisco Torres?

    Please contact Dr. Torres' office at (956) 698-4734 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Torres' office located?

    Dr. Torres' office is located in Brownsville, TX.