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Who is Dr. Bocanegra, Family Medicine Specialist in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Ruben Bocanegra, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Laredo, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Bocanegra graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine. Dr. Bocanegra is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bocanegra’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bocanegra’s office at (207) 589-3104.
Where did Dr. Bocanegra go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University De Monterrey- Fac De Med- Monterrey- Nuevo Leon- Mexico | University of New Mexico School of Medicine | Universidad de Monterrey Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Bocanegra board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ruben Bocanegra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bocanegra speak?
Dr. Bocanegra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bocanegra treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bocanegra 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. Bocanegra. 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:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E663: Overweight
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:
- Acanthosis Nigricans
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- AN
- Dark Skin Patches
- Thickened Dark Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L83: Acanthosis nigricans
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Low Income
- Financial hardship
- Poverty
- Limited financial resources
- Economic disadvantage
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z596: Low income
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- HIV Screening Test
- HIV Test
- AIDS Test
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z114: Encounter for screening for human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
Which procedures does Dr. Bocanegra perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ruben Bocanegra 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. Bocanegra's office.
Does Dr. Bocanegra accept my insurance?
Dr. Bocanegra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 589-3104 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bocanegra accept in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Bocanegra in Laredo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Care N' Care
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Driscoll Health Plan
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bocanegra's office located?
Dr. Ruben Bocanegra's Primary Practice
7210 McPherson Rd Ste 200
Laredo, TX 78041
(207) 589-3104
Dr. Ruben Bocanegra's Practice 2
4151 Jaime Zapata Memorial Hwy Ste 101-B
Laredo, TX 78043
What is Dr. Bocanegra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bocanegra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205820602.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bocanegra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bocanegra
What is Dr. Ruben Bocanegra's specialty?
Dr. Bocanegra 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. Bocanegra to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ruben Bocanegra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bocanegra is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Ruben Bocanegra accepting new patients in Laredo, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ruben Bocanegra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ruben Bocanegra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bocanegra's office at (207) 589-3104 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ruben Bocanegra?
Please contact Dr. Bocanegra's office at (207) 589-3104 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ruben Bocanegra have?
Dr. Ruben Bocanegra is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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