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Dr. Rafael Lopez, MD

Dr. Rafael Lopez, MD

San Benito, TX

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lopez, Family Medicine Specialist in San Benito, TX?

    Dr. Rafael Lopez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Benito, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Lopez graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Hosp For Special Surg, Orthopedic Surgery; Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Orthopedic Surgery; Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, General Surgery. Dr. Lopez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lopez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lopez’s office at (956) 247-7000.

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

    • Residency: Hosp For Special Surg, Orthopedic Surgery; Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Orthopedic Surgery; Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, General Surgery | University of Maryland/Sheppard Pratt Program

    • Medical School: Pa State Univ Coll Of Med- Hershey Pa | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas | University of New Mexico School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Lopez board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Rafael Lopez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Lopez speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Lopez treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lopez 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. Lopez. 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
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
    • PAD from Diabetes
    • Circulation Problems from Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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 and Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Disease
    • Heart and Kidney Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I1310: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Which procedures does Dr. Lopez perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rafael Lopez may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lopez's office.

    Does Dr. Lopez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lopez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 247-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lopez accept in San Benito, TX?

    Dr. Lopez in San Benito, 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

    • California Foundation for Medical Care

    • Centene

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Lopez's office located?

    Dr. Rafael Lopez's Primary Practice

    351 N Sam Houston Blvd

    San Benito, TX 78586

    (956) 247-7000

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    Dr. Rafael Lopez's Practice 2

    502 S Closner Blvd

    Edinburg, TX 78539

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    Dr. Rafael Lopez's Practice 3

    721 W Harrison Ave

    Harlingen, TX 78550

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

    Dr. Lopez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609873058.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lopez?

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

    What is Dr. Rafael Lopez's specialty?

    Dr. Lopez is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Benito, 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. Lopez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rafael Lopez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lopez is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center — Brownsville, DHR Health, Valley Regional Medical Center 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

    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 Rafael Lopez accepting new patients in San Benito, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Rafael Lopez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rafael Lopez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lopez's office at (956) 247-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rafael Lopez?

    Please contact Dr. Lopez's office at (956) 247-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rafael Lopez have?

    Dr. Rafael Lopez is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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