Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fuentes, Family Medicine Specialist in Weslaco, TX?
Dr. Alejandro Fuentes, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Weslaco, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Fuentes graduated from The University of Texas at San Antonio and completed his residency at Mc Allen Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Fuentes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fuentes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fuentes’s office at (956) 969-2536.
Where did Dr. Fuentes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mc Allen Med Ctr, Family Medicine | U Tex Fam Med Ctr | U Tex Fam Med Ctr
Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx | The University of Texas at San Antonio
Is Dr. Fuentes board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alejandro Fuentes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family 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 Family Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot
- Cataract
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Disease
- Heart and Kidney Problems from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I1310: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Which procedures does Dr. Fuentes perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alejandro Fuentes may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (956) 969-2536 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fuentes accept in Weslaco, TX?
Dr. Fuentes in Weslaco, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
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 1619940475.
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. Alejandro Fuentes's specialty?
Dr. Fuentes is a Family Medicine Specialist near Weslaco, TX. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Fuentes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alejandro Fuentes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fuentes is affiliated with Dhr Health 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Alejandro Fuentes accepting new patients in Weslaco, TX?
Yes, Dr. Alejandro Fuentes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alejandro Fuentes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fuentes's office at (956) 969-2536 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alejandro Fuentes?
Please contact Dr. Fuentes's office at (956) 969-2536 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alejandro Fuentes have?
Dr. Alejandro Fuentes is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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