37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Plata, Rheumatologist in Amarillo, TX?
Dr. Carlos Plata, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Amarillo, TX. He has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Plata graduated from Colegio Mayor De Nuestra Senora Del Rosario, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program. Dr. Plata is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Plata’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plata’s office at (806) 356-2280.
Where did Dr. Plata go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program
Medical School: Colegio Mayor De Nuestra Senora Del Rosario, Facultad De Medicina | Colegio Mayor De Nuestra Senora Del Rosario, Facultad De Medicina
What languages does Dr. Plata speak?
Dr. Plata and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Plata typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Plata 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. Plata. 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:
- 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Plata typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Carlos Plata may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Plata's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Plata accept my insurance?
Dr. Plata accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 356-2280 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Plata accept in Amarillo, TX?
Dr. Plata in Amarillo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
BH Management Services
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Plata's office located?
Dr. Carlos Plata's Primary Practice
1215 S Coulter St Ste 400
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 356-2280
What is Dr. Plata's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Plata's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508872029.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plata?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Plata
What is Dr. Carlos Plata's specialty?
Dr. Plata is a Rheumatologist near Amarillo, TX.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Carlos Plata affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Plata is affiliated with Norman Regional Hospital 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carlos Plata accepting new patients in Amarillo, TX?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Plata is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Plata offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Plata's office at (806) 356-2280 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Plata?
Please contact Dr. Plata's office at (806) 356-2280 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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