Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fallena, Rheumatologist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Margarita Fallena, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fallena graduated from Universidad Anahuac School of Medicine and completed her residency at University of Texas Southwestern Medical School Program. Dr. Fallena is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fallena’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fallena’s office at (214) 540-0700.
Where did Dr. Fallena go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School Program
Medical School: Universidad Anahuac School of Medicine
Is Dr. Fallena board certified in Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Margarita Fallena, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fallena speak?
Dr. Fallena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fallena treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Fallena 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. Fallena. 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.
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- 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
- M0689: Other specified rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sites
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Atypical psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis-related joint condition
- Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M450: Ankylosing spondylitis of multiple sites in spine
- M459: Ankylosing spondylitis of unspecified sites in spine
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:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- High Antibody Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Elevated Antibody Titer
- Increased Antibodies
- Positive Antibody Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R760: Raised antibody titer
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Giant cell arteritis
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Temporal arteritis', 'Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Fallena perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Margarita Fallena may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fallena's office.
Does Dr. Fallena accept my insurance?
Dr. Fallena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 540-0700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fallena accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Fallena in Dallas, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Keenan and Associates
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fallena's office located?
Dr. Margarita Fallena's Primary Practice
12740 Hillcrest Rd Ste 265
Dallas, TX 75230
(214) 540-0700
What is Dr. Fallena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fallena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760686737.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fallena?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fallena
What is Dr. Margarita Fallena's specialty?
Dr. Fallena is a Rheumatologist near Dallas, TX. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Fallena to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Margarita Fallena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fallena is affiliated with Christus St. Michael Health System, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Margarita Fallena accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Margarita Fallena is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Margarita Fallena offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fallena's office at (214) 540-0700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Margarita Fallena?
Please contact Dr. Fallena's office at (214) 540-0700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Margarita Fallena have?
Dr. Margarita Fallena is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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