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Dr. Norma Parra, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

San Antonio, TX

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Parra, Family Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Norma Parra, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Parra graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Parra is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parra’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parra’s office at (210) 922-7000.

    Where did Dr. Parra go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Family Medicine | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program

    • Medical School: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr Sch of Med, Lubbock Tx | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Parra board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Norma Parra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Parra speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Parra 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. Parra. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    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

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Norma Parra may include:

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

    Does Dr. Parra accept my insurance?

    Dr. Parra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 922-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Parra accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Parra in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Parra's office located?

    Dr. Norma Parra's Primary Practice

    6315 S Zarzamora St

    San Antonio, TX 78211

    (210) 922-7000

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    Dr. Norma Parra's Practice 2

    3750 Commercial Ave

    San Antonio, TX 78221

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    Dr. Norma Parra's Practice 3

    315 N San Saba Ste 1075

    San Antonio, TX 78207

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    What is Dr. Parra's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Parra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912927997.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parra?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Parra

    What is Dr. Norma Parra's specialty?

    Dr. Parra is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, 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 Dr. Norma Parra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Parra is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, University Hospital-San Antonio, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels 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 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 Dr. Norma Parra accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Norma Parra is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Norma Parra offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Parra's office at (210) 922-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Norma Parra?

    Please contact Dr. Parra's office at (210) 922-7000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Parra's office located?

    Dr. Parra's office is located in San Antonio, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Norma Parra have?

    Dr. Norma Parra is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.