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Dr. Michael Gorena, MD

Dr. Michael Gorena, MD

Anesthesiologist

McAllen, TX

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gorena, Anesthesiologist in McAllen, TX?

    Dr. Michael Gorena, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX. He has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Gorena graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and is currently affiliated with Rio Grande Regional Hospital. Dr. Gorena is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gorena’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gorena’s office at (956) 632-6020.

    Where did Dr. Gorena go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gorena speak?

    Dr. Gorena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gorena typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gorena 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. Gorena. 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:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendix Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K37: Unspecified appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Cholecystitis
    • Inflamed gallbladder
    • Gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K819: Cholecystitis, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gorena typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Gorena may include:

    Please contact Dr. Gorena's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Gorena accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gorena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 632-6020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gorena accept in McAllen, TX?

    Dr. Gorena in McAllen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gorena's office located?

    Rio Grande Regional Hospital

    101 E Ridge Rd

    McAllen, TX 78503

    (956) 632-6020

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    What is Dr. Gorena's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Gorena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750550406.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gorena?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gorena

    What is Dr. Michael Gorena's specialty?

    Dr. Gorena is an Anesthesiologist near McAllen, TX.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Michael Gorena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gorena is affiliated with Rio Grande Regional 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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 Dr. Michael Gorena accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Gorena is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Gorena offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gorena's office at (956) 632-6020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Gorena?

    Please contact Dr. Gorena's office at (956) 632-6020 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gorena's office located?

    Dr. Gorena's office is located in McAllen, TX.