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Dr. Yanick Ekortarh, MD

Laredo, TX

Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth

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. Dr. Ekortarh is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ekortarh’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ekortarh typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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 Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Metabolic Acidosis
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Sudden Acidosis
    • Metabolic Acid Buildup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8721: Acute metabolic acidosis

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ekortarh typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ekortarh performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    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

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ekortarh's office located?

    Dr. Yanick Ekortarh also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Yanick Ekortarh's Primary Practice

    4151 Jaime Zapata Memorial Hwy Ste 205

    Laredo, TX 78043

    (956) 796-3140

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Yanick Ekortarh?

    Dr. Ekortarh has appointments available at his Laredo, TX office. Please select a date and time below.

    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.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    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, 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    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?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ekortarh, or call (956) 796-3140 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Yanick Ekortarh?

    Yes, Dr. Ekortarh offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Ekortarh, or call (956) 796-3140 for more information.

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