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Who is Dr. Fontirroche Cruz, Family Medicine Specialist in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Rafael Fontirroche Cruz, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Fontirroche Cruz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fontirroche Cruz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fontirroche Cruz’s office at (956) 632-4000.
What languages does Dr. Fontirroche Cruz speak?
Dr. Fontirroche Cruz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fontirroche Cruz treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fontirroche Cruz 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. Fontirroche Cruz. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
- Acute Pancreas Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Fontirroche Cruz perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rafael Fontirroche Cruz may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fontirroche Cruz's office.
Does Dr. Fontirroche Cruz accept my insurance?
Dr. Fontirroche Cruz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 632-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fontirroche Cruz accept in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Fontirroche Cruz in McAllen, 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
Community Care Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fontirroche Cruz's office located?
Dr. Rafael Fontirroche Cruz's Primary Practice
301 W Expressway 83
McAllen, TX 78503
(956) 632-4000
What is Dr. Fontirroche Cruz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fontirroche Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891158614.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fontirroche Cruz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fontirroche Cruz
What is Dr. Rafael Fontirroche Cruz's specialty?
Dr. Fontirroche Cruz is a Family Medicine Specialist near McAllen, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Fontirroche Cruz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rafael Fontirroche Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fontirroche Cruz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: South Texas Health System Edinburg. 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Rafael Fontirroche Cruz accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Fontirroche Cruz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Fontirroche Cruz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fontirroche Cruz's office at (956) 632-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Fontirroche Cruz?
Please contact Dr. Fontirroche Cruz's office at (956) 632-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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