16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Frontera, Physiatrist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Joel Frontera, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Frontera completed his residency at University of Puerto Rico Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Frontera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frontera’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frontera’s office.
Where did Dr. Frontera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine
Residency: University of Puerto Rico Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Frontera board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Joel Frontera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Frontera speak?
Dr. Frontera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Frontera typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Frontera 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. Frontera. 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:
- Quadriplegia
- Paraplegia
- Incomplete Paraplegia
- Paralysis
- Tetraplegia
- Four limb paralysis
- Complete paralysis
- Lower body paralysis
- Paralysis of legs
- Spinal cord injury paralysis
- Partial lower body paralysis
- Incomplete paralysis of legs
- Partial paraplegia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified
- G8220: Paraplegia, unspecified
- G8222: Paraplegia, incomplete
Also known as:
- Infusion Pump Management
- Pump Adjustment
- Infusion Device Care
- Drug Delivery Pump Management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z451: Encounter for adjustment and management of infusion pump
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89314: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 4
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Frontera typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Frontera 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. Frontera. 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:
- Implanted Pain Pump Reprogramming and Refill
- Intrathecal pump refill
- Epidural pump management
- Pain pump adjustment
- Implanted drug pump service
CPT Codes:
- 62369: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming and refill
Does Dr. Frontera accept my insurance?
Dr. Frontera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Frontera accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Frontera in Houston, 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)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Frontera's office located?
What is Dr. Frontera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Frontera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952505174.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frontera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Frontera
What is Dr. Joel Frontera's specialty?
Dr. Frontera is a Physiatrist near Houston, TX.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Joel Frontera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Frontera is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Sugar Land 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
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Is Joel Frontera accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Joel Frontera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Frontera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Frontera's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Frontera?
Please contact Dr. Frontera's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Frontera have?
Dr. Joel Frontera is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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Memorial Hermann Tirr
1333 Moursund St
Houston, TX 77030