32 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 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 as a 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Diaz typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Other Viral Infection
- Viral Infection
- Uncommon Viral Diseases
- Rare Viral Infections
- Miscellaneous Viral Illnesses
ICD-10 Codes:
- B348: Other viral infections of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Novel Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
- Flu with Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Diaz typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Horacio Diaz may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Diaz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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 this Dr. Horacio Diaz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Diaz is affiliated with Doctors Hospital Of Laredo 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 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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