20 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ochoa, Infectious Disease Specialist in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Eliana Ochoa, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX. She has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Ochoa graduated from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad de Medicina Alberto Hurtado. Dr. Ochoa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ochoa’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ochoa’s office at (956) 630-5530.
Where did Dr. Ochoa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad de Medicina Alberto Hurtado
What languages does Dr. Ochoa speak?
Dr. Ochoa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Ochoa typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Ochoa 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. Ochoa. 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:
- Kidney Infection
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
- Bladder Disease
- Pyelonephritis
- Acute Kidney Infection
- Renal Infection
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N10: Acute pyelonephritis
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Ochoa typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Ochoa performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ochoa. 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:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Ochoa accept my insurance?
Dr. Ochoa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 630-5530 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ochoa accept in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Ochoa in McAllen, 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
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ochoa's office located?
Dr. Eliana Ochoa's Primary Practice
1200 E Ridge Rd Ste 8
McAllen, TX 78503
(956) 630-5530
What is Dr. Ochoa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ochoa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114057304.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ochoa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ochoa
What is Dr. Eliana Ochoa's specialty?
Dr. Ochoa is a Infectious Disease Specialist near McAllen, TX.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Eliana Ochoa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ochoa is affiliated with Dhr Health, Rio Grande Regional Hospital, Starr County Memorial Hospital, Mission Regional Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 Eliana Ochoa accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Eliana Ochoa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eliana Ochoa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ochoa's office at (956) 630-5530 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eliana Ochoa?
Please contact Dr. Ochoa's office at (956) 630-5530 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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