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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Stephens, Family Medicine Specialist in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Ronald Stephens is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Stephens is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stephens’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stephens’s office at (361) 371-3444.
Where did Dr. Stephens go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr Sch of Med, Lubbock Tx
Is Dr. Stephens board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Stephens is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Stephens speak?
Dr. Stephens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stephens typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Stephens 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. Stephens. 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:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stephens typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Stephens may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Stephens' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Stephens accept my insurance?
Dr. Stephens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 371-3444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stephens accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Stephens in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Stephens' office located?
Dr. Ronald Stephens' Primary Practice
5449 Bear Ln Ste 308
Corpus Christi, TX 78405
(361) 371-3444
What is Dr. Stephens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stephens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285620989.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stephens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stephens
What is Dr. Ronald Stephens's specialty?
Dr. Stephens is a Family Medicine Specialist near Corpus Christi, 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. Ronald Stephens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Stephens 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
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 Ronald Stephens accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Stephens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronald Stephens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stephens's office at (361) 371-3444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronald Stephens?
Please contact Dr. Stephens's office at (361) 371-3444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald Stephens have?
Dr. Ronald Stephens is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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