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Dr. Melva Palacios, MD

Edinburg, TX

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Palacios, Family Medicine Specialist in Edinburg, TX?

    Dr. Melva Palacios, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Edinburg, TX. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Palacios graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed her residency at Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Family Medicine. Dr. Palacios is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palacios’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palacios’s office at (956) 383-4157.

    Where did Dr. Palacios go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Family Medicine | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

    Is Dr. Palacios board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Melva Palacios, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Palacios speak?

    Dr. Palacios and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Palacios treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Palacios 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. Palacios. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    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:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Palacios perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melva Palacios may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Palacios' office.

    Does Dr. Palacios accept my insurance?

    Dr. Palacios accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 383-4157 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Palacios accept in Edinburg, TX?

    Dr. Palacios in Edinburg, 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)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Palacios' office located?

    Dr. Melva Palacios' Primary Practice

    2722 W Canton Rd

    Edinburg, TX 78539

    (956) 383-4157

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    What is Dr. Palacios's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Palacios's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417966292.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palacios?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palacios

    What is Dr. Melva Palacios's specialty?

    Dr. Palacios is a Family Medicine Specialist near Edinburg, 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. Palacios to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Melva Palacios affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Palacios 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?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Melva Palacios accepting new patients in Edinburg, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Melva Palacios is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melva Palacios offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Palacios's office at (956) 383-4157 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Melva Palacios?

    Please contact Dr. Palacios's office at (956) 383-4157 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melva Palacios have?

    Dr. Melva Palacios is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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