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Who is Dr. Bongat, Internist in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Paul Bongat, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bongat is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bongat’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bongat’s office at (307) 638-7757.
What languages does Dr. Bongat speak?
Dr. Bongat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Bongat treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Bongat 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. Bongat. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
- Scaly Skin Condition
- Chronic Skin Disease
- Autoimmune Skin Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
- L409: Psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
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:
- Osteoarthritis
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M450: Ankylosing spondylitis of multiple sites in spine
- M459: Ankylosing spondylitis of unspecified sites in spine
Also known as:
- Lupus with Organ Involvement
- Lupus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- SLE Affecting Organs
- Lupus Complications
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Enteropathic Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Gut-Related Arthritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease Arthritis
- IBD Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0760: Enteropathic arthropathies, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Overlap Syndrome
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
- Overlap Syndrome
- Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M351: Other overlap syndromes
Also known as:
- Scleroderma
- Systemic scleroderma
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Hardening of the Skin
- Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M349: Systemic sclerosis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Bongat perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Paul Bongat may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bongat's office.
Does Dr. Bongat accept my insurance?
Dr. Bongat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (307) 638-7757 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bongat accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Bongat in Corpus Christi, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Fox-Everett
HealthSmart
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
Pool Administrators
State of Wyoming
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Where is Dr. Bongat's office located?
Dr. Paul Bongat's Primary Practice
613 Elizabeth St Ste 704
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
(307) 638-7757
What is Dr. Bongat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bongat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245682020.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bongat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bongat
What is Dr. Paul Bongat's specialty?
Dr. Bongat is a Internist near Corpus Christi, TX.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Bongat to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Paul Bongat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bongat is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Internist?
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Is Paul Bongat accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Paul Bongat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Bongat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bongat's office at (307) 638-7757 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Bongat?
Please contact Dr. Bongat's office at (307) 638-7757 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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