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Dr. Orestes Romero, MD

Dr. Orestes Romero, MD

Victoria, TX

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Romero, Family Medicine Specialist in Victoria, TX?

    Dr. Orestes Romero, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Victoria, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Romero graduated from Natl U Nicaragua and completed his residency at North Central Tx Med Fndn. Dr. Romero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Romero’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Romero’s office at (361) 570-1200.

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

    • Residency: North Central Tx Med Fndn | R E Thomason Gen Hospital

    • Medical School: University Nac Auto De Nicaragua- Fac De Ciencias | Natl U Nicaragua

    Is Dr. Romero board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Orestes Romero, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Romero speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Romero treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Romero 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. Romero. 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
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Heart Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
    • Bacterial sore throat
    • Infectious pharyngitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • COPD with Lung Infection
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • COPD Flare-up
    • COPD with Bronchitis
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J440: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) lower respiratory infection
    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
    • Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
    • Right Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic Sinus Infection
    • Repeated Sinusitis
    • Frontal Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0111: Acute recurrent frontal sinusitis

    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:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Romero perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Romero 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. Romero. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Romero accept my insurance?

    Dr. Romero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 570-1200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Romero accept in Victoria, TX?

    Dr. Romero in Victoria, 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

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Romero's office located?

    Dr. Orestes Romero's Primary Practice

    601 E San Antonio St Ste 205W

    Victoria, TX 77901

    (361) 570-1200

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    Dr. Orestes Romero's Practice 2

    2003 Patterson Dr

    Victoria, TX 77901

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

    Dr. Romero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053335851.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Romero?

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

    What is Dr. Orestes Romero's specialty?

    Dr. Romero is a Family Medicine Specialist near Victoria, 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. Romero to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Orestes Romero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Romero is affiliated with DeTar Hospital Navarro 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?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Orestes Romero accepting new patients in Victoria, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Orestes Romero is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Orestes Romero offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Romero's office at (361) 570-1200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Orestes Romero?

    Please contact Dr. Romero's office at (361) 570-1200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Orestes Romero have?

    Dr. Orestes Romero is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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