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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ekortarh, Family Medicine Specialist in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Yanick Ekortarh, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Laredo, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ekortarh is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ekortarh’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ekortarh’s office at (956) 796-3140.
What languages does Dr. Ekortarh speak?
Dr. Ekortarh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ekortarh treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ekortarh 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. Ekortarh. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Acute Metabolic Acidosis
- Metabolic Disorder
- Sudden Acidosis
- Metabolic Acid Buildup
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8721: Acute metabolic acidosis
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ekortarh perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Yanick Ekortarh 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. Ekortarh's office.
Does Dr. Ekortarh accept my insurance?
Dr. Ekortarh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 796-3140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ekortarh accept in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Ekortarh in Laredo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Community Health Improvement Solutions
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ekortarh's office located?
Dr. Yanick Ekortarh's Primary Practice
4151 Jaime Zapata Memorial Hwy Ste 101B
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 796-3140
What is Dr. Ekortarh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ekortarh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588245468.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ekortarh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ekortarh
What is Dr. Yanick Ekortarh's specialty?
Dr. Ekortarh is a Family Medicine Specialist near Laredo, 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. Ekortarh to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Yanick Ekortarh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ekortarh is affiliated with DHR Health, Mission Regional Medical Center, Mission Regional Medical Center, Rio Grande Regional Hospital, DHR Health 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
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Is Yanick Ekortarh accepting new patients in Laredo, TX?
Yes, Dr. Yanick Ekortarh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yanick Ekortarh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ekortarh's office at (956) 796-3140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yanick Ekortarh?
Please contact Dr. Ekortarh's office at (956) 796-3140 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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