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Dr. Lindley Folkerson, MD

El Paso, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Folkerson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in El Paso, TX?

    Dr. Lindley Folkerson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Folkerson graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston and completed her residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program. Dr. Folkerson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Folkerson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Folkerson’s office at (713) 500-7878.

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

    • Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston | American University of Integrative Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Folkerson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Folkerson treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Folkerson 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. Folkerson. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Folkerson perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lindley Folkerson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Folkerson's office.

    Does Dr. Folkerson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Folkerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 500-7878 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Folkerson accept in El Paso, TX?

    Dr. Folkerson 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 Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • El Paso First Health Plans

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

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    Where is Dr. Folkerson's office located?

    Dr. Lindley Folkerson's Primary Practice

    2000 Transmountain Rd

    El Paso, TX 79911

    (713) 500-7878

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    Dr. Lindley Folkerson's Practice 2

    6431 Fannin St # 431

    Houston, TX 77030

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    Dr. Lindley Folkerson's Practice 3

    10301 Gateway Blvd W

    El Paso, TX 79925

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

    Dr. Folkerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174878656.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Folkerson?

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

    What is Dr. Lindley Folkerson's specialty?

    Dr. Folkerson is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near El Paso, TX. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Folkerson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lindley Folkerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Folkerson is affiliated with The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus, 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Lindley Folkerson accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Lindley Folkerson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lindley Folkerson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Folkerson's office at (713) 500-7878 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lindley Folkerson?

    Please contact Dr. Folkerson's office at (713) 500-7878 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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