57 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fuentes, Cardiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Francisco Fuentes, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 57 years and is board certified. Dr. Fuentes graduated from Universitat de Valencia Facultat de Medicina e Odontologia and completed his residency at Morristown Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fuentes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fuentes’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fuentes’s office.
Where did Dr. Fuentes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Morristown Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine | Hospital Santa Cruz | RowanSOM/OPTI/AHS Morristown Medical Center Program
Medical School: University De Valencia- Fac De Med- Valencia- Spain | Universitat de Valencia Facultat de Medicina e Odontologia
Is Dr. Fuentes board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Francisco Fuentes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fuentes speak?
Dr. Fuentes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fuentes treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Fuentes 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. Fuentes. 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Arrhythmia
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Fast Heartbeat
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Which procedures does Dr. Fuentes perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Francisco Fuentes may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fuentes' office.
Does Dr. Fuentes accept my insurance?
Dr. Fuentes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fuentes accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Fuentes in Houston, 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
California Foundation for Medical Care
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fuentes' office located?
What is Dr. Fuentes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fuentes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245263284.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fuentes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fuentes
What is Dr. Francisco Fuentes's specialty?
Dr. Fuentes is a Cardiologist near Houston, TX. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Fuentes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Francisco Fuentes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fuentes is affiliated with Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, Opelousas General Health System-Main Campus, St. Luke's Health - Brazosport Hospital 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
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Is Francisco Fuentes accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Francisco Fuentes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francisco Fuentes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fuentes's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francisco Fuentes?
Please contact Dr. Fuentes's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Francisco Fuentes have?
Dr. Francisco Fuentes is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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