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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Linares-Magana, Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist in Houma, LA?
Dr. Hector Linares-Magana, MD is a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houma, LA. He has been practicing for over 40 years. Dr. Linares-Magana graduated from University of El Imam El Mahdi Faculty of Medicine Kosti. Dr. Linares-Magana is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Linares-Magana’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Linares-Magana’s office at (985) 873-3789.
Where did Dr. Linares-Magana go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of El Salvador | University of El Imam El Mahdi Faculty of Medicine Kosti
What languages does Dr. Linares-Magana speak?
Dr. Linares-Magana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist like Dr. Linares-Magana typically treat?
As a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist, Dr. Linares-Magana 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. Linares-Magana. 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:
- Reduced Mobility
- Walking Problems
- Limited movement
- Difficulty walking
- Impaired mobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7409: Other reduced mobility
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
What procedures does a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist like Dr. Linares-Magana typically perform?
As a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist, Dr. Linares-Magana performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Linares-Magana. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Linares-Magana accept my insurance?
Dr. Linares-Magana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 873-3789 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Linares-Magana accept in Houma, LA?
Dr. Linares-Magana in Houma, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Linares-Magana's office located?
What is Dr. Linares-Magana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Linares-Magana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528031002.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Linares-Magana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Linares-Magana
What is Dr. Hector Linares-Magana's specialty?
Dr. Linares-Magana is a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist near Houma, LA.
What does a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist do?
A physician who focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management of traumatic spinal cord injuries and non-traumatic causes of spinal cord dysfunction through an interdisciplinary approach. This specialist provides care to patients of all ages throughout their lives, addressing associated medical, physical, psychological, and vocational disabilities and complications.
Is this Dr. Hector Linares-Magana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Linares-Magana is affiliated with Terrebonne General Health System, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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 Hector Linares-Magana accepting new patients in Houma, LA?
Yes, Dr. Hector Linares-Magana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hector Linares-Magana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Linares-Magana's office at (985) 873-3789 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hector Linares-Magana?
Please contact Dr. Linares-Magana's office at (985) 873-3789 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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