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Dr. Kenneth Berumen, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

El Paso, TX

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Berumen, Emergency Medicine Specialist in El Paso, TX?

    Dr. Kenneth Berumen, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Berumen graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Berumen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berumen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berumen’s office at (915) 747-2660.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Emergency Medicine | Parkland Hospital | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

    What languages does Dr. Berumen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Berumen typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Berumen 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. Berumen. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    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

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Berumen typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kenneth Berumen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Berumen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Berumen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 747-2660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Berumen accept in El Paso, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Texas

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    Where is Dr. Berumen's office located?

    Dr. Kenneth Berumen's Primary Practice

    2001 N Oregon St

    El Paso, TX 79902

    (915) 747-2660

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    C/O Emergency Dept

    1625 Medical Center Dr

    El Paso, TX 79902

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    Dr. Kenneth Berumen's Practice 3

    3280 Joe Battle Blvd

    El Paso, TX 79938

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

    Dr. Berumen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588661243.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berumen?

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

    What is Dr. Kenneth Berumen's specialty?

    Dr. Berumen is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near El Paso, TX.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Kenneth Berumen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Berumen is affiliated with The Hospitals Of Providence - Sierra Campus, The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus, University Medical Center Of El Paso 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Kenneth Berumen accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Berumen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kenneth Berumen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Berumen's office at (915) 747-2660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kenneth Berumen?

    Please contact Dr. Berumen's office at (915) 747-2660 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Berumen's office located?

    Dr. Berumen's office is located in El Paso, TX.