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. He is board certified. 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 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 as a 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fuentes typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
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:
- 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fuentes typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alejandro Fuentes may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Fuentes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Alejandro Fuentes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fuentes is affiliated with Dhr Health, Rio Grande Regional 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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