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Dr. Marco Escobedo, MD

Ponce, PR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Escobedo, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Ponce, PR?

    Dr. Marco Escobedo, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ponce, PR with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Escobedo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Escobedo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Escobedo’s office at (787) 843-3031.

    What languages does Dr. Escobedo speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Escobedo treat?

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

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Tietze Syndrome
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Chondrocostal junction syndrome
    • Chest wall pain
    • Costochondritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M940: Chondrocostal junction syndrome [Tietze]

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Back Muscle Spasm
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Back Muscle Cramp
    • Spasms in Back
    • Lower Back Spasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M62830: Muscle spasm of back

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hives
    • Urticaria
    • Welts
    • Itchy rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L509: Urticaria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Tension Headache
    • Headache
    • Stress Headache
    • Muscle Contraction Headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G44209: Tension-type headache, unspecified, not intractable

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

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Marco Escobedo may include:

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

    Does Dr. Escobedo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Escobedo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (787) 843-3031 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Escobedo accept in Ponce, PR?

    Dr. Escobedo in Ponce, PR 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

    • Community First Health Plans

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Escobedo's office located?

    Dr. Marco Escobedo's Primary Practice

    917 Ave Tito Castro

    Ponce, PR 00716

    (787) 843-3031

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    Dr. Marco Escobedo's Practice 2

    11212 State Highway 151

    San Antonio, TX 78251

    (210) 703-8000

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    Dr. Marco Escobedo's Practice 3

    11503 NW Military Hwy Ste 122

    San Antonio, TX 78231

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

    Dr. Escobedo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386038750.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Escobedo?

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

    What is Dr. Marco Escobedo's specialty?

    Dr. Escobedo is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Ponce, PR. 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. Escobedo to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Marco Escobedo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Escobedo is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Marco Escobedo accepting new patients in Ponce, PR?

    Yes, Dr. Marco Escobedo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Marco Escobedo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Escobedo's office at (787) 843-3031 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Marco Escobedo?

    Please contact Dr. Escobedo's office at (787) 843-3031 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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