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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Defriece, Family Medicine Specialist in Katy, TX?
Dr. Joshua Defriece, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Katy, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Defriece graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System. Dr. Defriece is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Defriece’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Defriece’s office at (281) 737-2165.
Where did Dr. Defriece go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond
Is Dr. Defriece board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Defriece, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Defriece speak?
Dr. Defriece and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Defriece treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Defriece 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. Defriece. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Defriece perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joshua Defriece 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. Defriece's office.
Does Dr. Defriece accept my insurance?
Dr. Defriece accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 737-2165 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Defriece accept in Katy, TX?
Dr. Defriece in Katy, 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)
Devoted Health
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Trustmark Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Defriece's office located?
Dr. Joshua Defriece's Primary Practice
23530 Kingsland Blvd Ste 130
Katy, TX 77494
(281) 737-2165
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Joshua Defriece?
Dr. Defriece has appointments available at his Katy, TX office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Defriece's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Defriece's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649476482.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Defriece?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Defriece
What is Dr. Joshua Defriece's specialty?
Dr. Defriece is a Family Medicine Specialist near Katy, 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. Defriece to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joshua Defriece affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Defriece is affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Joshua Defriece accepting new patients in Katy, TX?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Defriece is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Defriece offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Defriece, or call (281) 737-2165 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Defriece?
Please contact Dr. Defriece's office at (281) 737-2165 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Defriece have?
Dr. Joshua Defriece is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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