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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cuenca, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New Braunfels, TX?
Dr. Peter Cuenca, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Braunfels, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Cuenca is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cuenca’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cuenca’s office at (830) 608-5600.
Is Dr. Cuenca board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Cuenca, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cuenca speak?
Dr. Cuenca and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cuenca treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cuenca 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. Cuenca. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Right Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
- Right Middle Ear Infection
- Right Otitis Media
- Right Earache
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6592: Unspecified nonsuppurative otitis media, left ear
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
- H6591: Unspecified nonsuppurative otitis media, right ear
- H6593: Unspecified nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
- Bacterial sore throat
- Infectious pharyngitis
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Mycoplasma Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Walking Pneumonia
- Atypical Pneumonia
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J157: Pneumonia due to Mycoplasma pneumoniae
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
- Viral Infection
- Enteroviral Stomatitis
- Vesicular Stomatitis with Rash
- HFMD
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B084: Enteroviral vesicular stomatitis with exanthem
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
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:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Cuenca perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Peter Cuenca may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cuenca's office.
Does Dr. Cuenca accept my insurance?
Dr. Cuenca accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (830) 608-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cuenca accept in New Braunfels, TX?
Dr. Cuenca in New Braunfels, 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
Centene
Community First Health Plans
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cuenca's office located?
Dr. Peter Cuenca's Primary Practice
244 Creekside Xing
New Braunfels, TX 78130
(830) 608-5600
What is Dr. Cuenca's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cuenca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194714113.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cuenca?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cuenca
What is Dr. Peter Cuenca's specialty?
Dr. Cuenca is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near New Braunfels, TX. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Cuenca to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Peter Cuenca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cuenca is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Peter Cuenca accepting new patients in New Braunfels, TX?
Yes, Dr. Peter Cuenca is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Cuenca offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cuenca's office at (830) 608-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Cuenca?
Please contact Dr. Cuenca's office at (830) 608-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Cuenca have?
Dr. Peter Cuenca is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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