32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth
Who is Dr. Diaz, Family Medicine Specialist in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Horacio Diaz, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Laredo, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Diaz completed his residency at St Elizabeth Hlth Ctr, Family Practice. Dr. Diaz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diaz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diaz’s office at (956) 725-0811.
Where did Dr. Diaz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Elizabeth Hlth Ctr, Family Practice | St Elizabeth Hospital
Medical School: University Mexico Americana Del Norte, Reynosa Tamaulipas | Escuela Libre De Homeopatia De Mexico
Is Dr. Diaz board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Horacio Diaz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Diaz speak?
Dr. Diaz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Diaz treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Diaz 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. Diaz. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
- Nasal Congestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- Other Viral Infection
- Viral Infection
- Uncommon Viral Diseases
- Rare Viral Infections
- Miscellaneous Viral Illnesses
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B348: Other viral infections of unspecified site
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
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:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Second Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Second Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Second Trimester)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3492: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, second trimester
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Diaz perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Horacio Diaz may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Diaz's office.
Does Dr. Diaz accept my insurance?
Dr. Diaz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 725-0811 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Diaz accept in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Diaz in Laredo, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Driscoll Health Plan
Entrust
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Horacio Diaz?
Dr. Diaz has appointments available at his Laredo, TX office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Diaz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Diaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912999699.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diaz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Diaz
What is Dr. Horacio Diaz's specialty?
Dr. Diaz is a Family Medicine Specialist near Laredo, 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. Diaz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Horacio Diaz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Diaz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Horizon Laredo Mh, Llc, Stat Specialty Hospital Laredo North. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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?
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Is Horacio Diaz accepting new patients in Laredo, TX?
Yes, Dr. Horacio Diaz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Horacio Diaz offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Diaz, or call (956) 725-0811 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Horacio Diaz?
Yes, Dr. Diaz offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Diaz, or call (956) 725-0811 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Horacio Diaz have?
Dr. Horacio Diaz is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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