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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Torkildsen, Internist in Port Isabel, TX?
Dr. William Torkildsen, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Port Isabel, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Torkildsen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Torkildsen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torkildsen’s office.
Is Dr. Torkildsen board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. William Torkildsen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Torkildsen speak?
Dr. Torkildsen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Torkildsen typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Torkildsen 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. Torkildsen. 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
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Torkildsen typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. William Torkildsen may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Torkildsen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Torkildsen accept my insurance?
Dr. Torkildsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Torkildsen accept in Port Isabel, TX?
Dr. Torkildsen in Port Isabel, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Torkildsen's office located?
What is Dr. Torkildsen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Torkildsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740287051.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torkildsen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Torkildsen
What is Dr. William Torkildsen's specialty?
Dr. Torkildsen is a Internist near Port Isabel, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. William Torkildsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Torkildsen is affiliated with 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is William Torkildsen accepting new patients in Port Isabel, TX?
Yes, Dr. William Torkildsen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Torkildsen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Torkildsen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Torkildsen?
Please contact Dr. Torkildsen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Torkildsen have?
Dr. William Torkildsen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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