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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. Dr. Cuenca is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cuenca’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente 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 as an 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cuenca typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
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:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cuenca typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Cuenca's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Bexar County Hospital District
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Peter Cuenca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cuenca is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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