25 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ugalino, Internist in Brownsville, TX?
Dr. Joey Ugalino, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brownsville, TX. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Ugalino graduated from University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine and completed his residency at SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn. Dr. Ugalino is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ugalino’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ugalino’s office at (956) 546-3209.
Where did Dr. Ugalino go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Med College
Residency: SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn
Medical School: University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ugalino speak?
Dr. Ugalino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ugalino typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ugalino 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. Ugalino. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ugalino typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joey Ugalino may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Ugalino's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ugalino accept my insurance?
Dr. Ugalino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 546-3209 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ugalino accept in Brownsville, TX?
Dr. Ugalino in Brownsville, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Universal Health Services
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ugalino's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Joey Ugalino?
Dr. Ugalino has appointments available at his Brownsville, TX office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Ugalino's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ugalino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922084599.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ugalino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ugalino
What is Dr. Joey Ugalino's specialty?
Dr. Ugalino is a Internist near Brownsville, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Joey Ugalino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ugalino is affiliated with Dhr Health, Valley Regional Medical Center, Valley Baptist Medical Center — Brownsville 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joey Ugalino accepting new patients in Brownsville, TX?
Yes, Dr. Joey Ugalino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joey Ugalino offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ugalino, or call (956) 546-3209 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Joey Ugalino?
Please contact Dr. Ugalino's office at (956) 546-3209 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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New Horizon Medical
95 E Price Rd Bldg D
Brownsville, TX 78521