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Dr. Fausto Escobedo, MD

Harlingen, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Escobedo, Family Medicine Specialist in Harlingen, TX?

    Dr. Fausto Escobedo, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Harlingen, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Escobedo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Escobedo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Escobedo’s office at (210) 698-9841.

    What languages does Dr. Escobedo speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Escobedo typically treat?

    As a Family 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Escobedo typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Fausto Escobedo may include:

    Please contact Dr. Escobedo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Escobedo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Escobedo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 698-9841 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Escobedo accept in Harlingen, TX?

    Dr. Escobedo in Harlingen, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Escobedo's office located?

    Dr. Fausto Escobedo's Primary Practice

    1214 Dixieland Rd Ste 8

    Harlingen, TX 78552

    (210) 698-9841

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    Dr. Fausto Escobedo's Practice 2

    1454 Central Blvd

    Brownsville, TX 78520

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    Dr. Fausto Escobedo's Practice 3

    908 Paredes Line Rd

    Brownsville, TX 78521

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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 1417344953.

    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. Fausto Escobedo's specialty?

    Dr. Escobedo is a Family Medicine Specialist near Harlingen, TX.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Escobedo is affiliated with Dhr Health 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Fausto Escobedo accepting new patients in Harlingen, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Fausto Escobedo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Escobedo's office at (210) 698-9841 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Fausto Escobedo?

    Please contact Dr. Escobedo's office at (210) 698-9841 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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