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45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Torres, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Pedro Torres, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Torres graduated from Universidad Central de Venezuela Escuela de Medicina Luis Razetti and completed his residency at Henry Ford Hosp, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Henry Ford Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Torres is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Torres’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torres’s office at (361) 888-8401.
Where did Dr. Torres go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Henry Ford Hosp, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Henry Ford Hosp, General Surgery | Henry Ford Hospital Program
Medical School: University Central De Venezuela- Esc De Med "luis Razetti"- Caracas | Universidad Central de Venezuela Escuela de Medicina Luis Razetti
Is Dr. Torres board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Pedro Torres, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery
What languages does Dr. Torres speak?
Dr. Torres and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Torres typically treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Torres 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. Torres. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Fourth Degree Hemorrhoids
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Permanently prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 4 hemorrhoids
- Strangulated hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K643: Fourth degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Torres typically perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Torres performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Torres. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Piles Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Removal Surgery
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Piles Surgery
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Excision
CPT Codes:
- 46255: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, single column/group;
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula Surgery
- Fistulectomy
- Fistulotomy
- Perianal Fistula Repair
CPT Codes:
- 46270: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); subcutaneous
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure Removal with Muscle Release
- Fissurectomy
- Sphincterotomy
- Anal Fissure Repair
- Chronic Fissure Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46200: Fissurectomy, including sphincterotomy, when performed
Does Dr. Torres accept my insurance?
Dr. Torres accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 888-8401 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Torres accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Torres in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Christus Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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MBA Benefit Administrators
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Where is Dr. Torres' office located?
Dr. Pedro Torres' Primary Practice
3301 S Alameda St Ste 305
Corpus Christi, TX 78411
(361) 888-8401
What is Dr. Torres's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Torres's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023000379.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torres?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Torres
What is Dr. Pedro Torres's specialty?
Dr. Torres is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Corpus Christi, TX.
What does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) do?
A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders.
Is this Dr. Pedro Torres affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Torres 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
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Is Pedro Torres accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Pedro Torres is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pedro Torres offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Torres's office at (361) 888-8401 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pedro Torres?
Please contact Dr. Torres's office at (361) 888-8401 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pedro Torres have?
Dr. Pedro Torres is certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery.
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