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. 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 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 as a 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 a Rheumatologist like Dr. Fallena typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0689: Other specified rheumatoid arthritis, 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:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, 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
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Fallena typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Margarita Fallena may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Fallena's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
MBA Benefit Administrators
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
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.
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, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Texas Health Hospital Rockwall, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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