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52 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Matthew, Infectious Disease Specialist in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Earl Matthew, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 52 years and is board certified by the American Board of Radiologic Physics and American Board of Radiology. Dr. Matthew is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Matthew’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Matthew’s office.
Where did Dr. Matthew go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Matthew board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Earl Matthew, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiologic Physics , American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Matthew speak?
Dr. Matthew and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Matthew treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Matthew 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. Matthew. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Joint Damage (Charcot Joint)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Charcot Foot
- Diabetic Arthropathy
- Diabetic Neuropathic Osteoarthropathy
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Skin Conditions
- Skin Issues from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11610: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathic arthropathy
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications
Also known as:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Cellulitis of Left Toe
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Toe Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
- Left Toe Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Toe Infection
- Spreading Left Toe Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03031: Cellulitis of right toe
- L03032: Cellulitis of left toe
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Abscess on the Buttock
- Abscess on the Right Hand
- Abscess
- Pus Pocket
- Skin Infection With Pus
- Infected Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0231: Cutaneous abscess of buttock
- L02511: Cutaneous abscess of right hand
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Skin Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L723: Sebaceous cyst
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
- Skin Condition
- Foot Ulcer
- Open Sore on Foot
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Matthew perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Earl Matthew may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Matthew's office.
Does Dr. Matthew accept my insurance?
Dr. Matthew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Matthew accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Matthew in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Christus Health Plan
Driscoll Health Plan
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Other Health Care Provider
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Matthew's office located?
What is Dr. Matthew's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Matthew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295891166.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Matthew?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Matthew
What is Dr. Earl Matthew's specialty?
Dr. Matthew is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Corpus Christi, TX.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Matthew to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Earl Matthew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Matthew is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Earl Matthew accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Earl Matthew is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Earl Matthew offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Matthew's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Earl Matthew?
Please contact Dr. Matthew's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Earl Matthew have?
Dr. Earl Matthew is certified by the American Board of Radiologic Physics and American Board of Radiology.
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