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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. Dr. Bongat is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bongat’s practice accepts Medicare 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 an Internist like Dr. Bongat typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
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
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:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
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:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
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:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Bongat typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Bongat's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Christus Health
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Fox Everett
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
State of Wyoming
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Paul Bongat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bongat 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
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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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