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Dr. Scott Mckinstry, MD

Corpus Christi, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mckinstry, Cardiologist in Corpus Christi, TX?

    Dr. Scott Mckinstry, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mckinstry completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; St Thomas Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Mckinstry is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mckinstry’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mckinstry’s office at (361) 888-8271.

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

    • Residency: Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; St Thomas Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    Is Dr. Mckinstry board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Mckinstry, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mckinstry speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Mckinstry treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Mckinstry 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. Mckinstry. 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:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Right Bundle Branch Block
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • RBBB
    • Right Heart Block
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
    • R002: Palpitations

    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 Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Other Aortic Valve Disorder
    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Problems
    • Aortic Valve Conditions
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I358: Other nonrheumatic aortic valve disorders
    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Heart
    • Heart Disease
    • Cardiomegaly
    • Big heart
    • Heart enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I517: Cardiomegaly

    Also known as:

    • Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
    • HFpEF
    • Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5030: Unspecified diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Which procedures does Dr. Mckinstry perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Scott Mckinstry may include:

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

    Does Dr. Mckinstry accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mckinstry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 888-8271 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mckinstry accept in Corpus Christi, TX?

    Dr. Mckinstry in Corpus Christi, 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

    • Centene

    • Christus Health Plan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mckinstry's office located?

    Dr. Scott Mckinstry's Primary Practice

    1521 S Staples St Ste 500

    Corpus Christi, TX 78404

    (361) 888-8271

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    Dr. Scott Mckinstry's Practice 2

    1500 E Houston St

    Beeville, TX 78102

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    Dr. Scott Mckinstry's Practice 3

    1311 E General Cavazos Blvd

    Kingsville, TX 78363

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

    Dr. Mckinstry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740281302.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mckinstry?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Mckinstry's specialty?

    Dr. Mckinstry is a Cardiologist near Corpus Christi, TX. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Mckinstry to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Scott Mckinstry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mckinstry is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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 Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist 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 Scott Mckinstry accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Mckinstry is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Mckinstry offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mckinstry's office at (361) 888-8271 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Mckinstry?

    Please contact Dr. Mckinstry's office at (361) 888-8271 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Mckinstry have?

    Dr. Scott Mckinstry is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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