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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Munguia Jovel, Pediatrician in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Valeria Munguia Jovel, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX. Dr. Munguia Jovel is currently affiliated with Driscoll Childrens Hospital. Dr. Munguia Jovel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Munguia Jovel’s office at (361) 694-5000.
What languages does Dr. Munguia Jovel speak?
Dr. Munguia Jovel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Munguia Jovel typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Munguia Jovel 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. Munguia Jovel. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
- Nasal Congestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Overweight Child
- Body Weight
- Childhood Overweight
- Pediatric Overweight
- High BMI in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Munguia Jovel typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Valeria Munguia Jovel may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Munguia Jovel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Munguia Jovel accept my insurance?
Dr. Munguia Jovel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 694-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Munguia Jovel accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Munguia Jovel in Corpus Christi, 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)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
Sentara Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Munguia Jovel's office located?
What is Dr. Munguia Jovel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Munguia Jovel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881140572.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Munguia Jovel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Munguia Jovel
What is Dr. Valeria Munguia Jovel's specialty?
Dr. Munguia Jovel is a Pediatrician near Corpus Christi, TX.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Valeria Munguia Jovel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Munguia Jovel is affiliated with Jackson West Medical Center 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Valeria Munguia Jovel accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Valeria Munguia Jovel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Valeria Munguia Jovel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Munguia Jovel's office at (361) 694-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Valeria Munguia Jovel?
Please contact Dr. Munguia Jovel's office at (361) 694-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Munguia Jovel
Driscoll Childrens Hospital
3533 S Alameda St
Corpus Christi, TX 78411