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Dr. Leopold Villegas, DO

Family Medicine Specialist

Port Arthur, TX

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Villegas, Family Medicine Specialist in Port Arthur, TX?

    Dr. Leopold Villegas, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Port Arthur, TX. He has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Villegas graduated from University Of North Texas Health Science Center. Dr. Villegas is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Villegas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Villegas’s office at (409) 983-1161.

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

    • Medical School: University Of North Texas Health Science Center

    What languages does Dr. Villegas speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish
    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Villegas typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Villegas 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. Villegas. 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
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Other Life Management Difficulties
    • Stress
    • Coping Challenges
    • Life Stressors
    • Personal Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7389: Other problems related to life management difficulty

    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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Villegas typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Leopold Villegas may include:

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

    Does Dr. Villegas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Villegas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 983-1161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Villegas accept in Port Arthur, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Christus Health

    • Community Health Choice

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Villegas' office located?

    Dr. Leopold Villegas' Primary Practice

    2548 Memorial Blvd

    Port Arthur, TX 77640

    (409) 983-1161

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

    Dr. Villegas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003815093.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Villegas?

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

    What is Dr. Leopold Villegas's specialty?

    Dr. Villegas is a Family Medicine Specialist near Port Arthur, TX.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Leopold Villegas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Villegas is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Leopold Villegas accepting new patients in Port Arthur, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Leopold Villegas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leopold Villegas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Villegas' office at (409) 983-1161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leopold Villegas?

    Please contact Dr. Villegas' office at (409) 983-1161 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Villegas' office located?

    Dr. Villegas' office is located in Port Arthur, TX.