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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lerma, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Ruben Lerma, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years. Dr. Lerma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lerma’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lerma’s office at (800) 893-9698.
What languages does Dr. Lerma speak?
Dr. Lerma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lerma typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lerma 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. Lerma. 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:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lerma typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ruben Lerma may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Lerma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lerma accept my insurance?
Dr. Lerma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 893-9698 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lerma accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Lerma 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
Centene Corporation
Christus Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lerma's office located?
Dr. Ruben Lerma's Primary Practice
13725 Northwest Blvd
Corpus Christi, TX 78410
(800) 893-9698
What is Dr. Lerma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lerma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568670925.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lerma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lerma
What is Dr. Ruben Lerma's specialty?
Dr. Lerma is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Corpus Christi, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Ruben Lerma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lerma 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ruben Lerma accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ruben Lerma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ruben Lerma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lerma's office at (800) 893-9698 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ruben Lerma?
Please contact Dr. Lerma's office at (800) 893-9698 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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