36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Penick, Family Medicine Specialist in Port Lavaca, TX?
Dr. Larry Penick, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Port Lavaca, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years. Dr. Penick graduated from Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Medicine and completed his residency at Meml Med Ctr. Dr. Penick is fluent in English, French, and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Penick’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Penick’s office at (979) 335-4433.
Where did Dr. Penick go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Meml Med Ctr
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Penick speak?
Dr. Penick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Portuguese
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Penick typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Penick 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. Penick. 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
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, 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:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Penick typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Larry Penick may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Penick's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Penick accept my insurance?
Dr. Penick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (979) 335-4433 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Penick accept in Port Lavaca, TX?
Dr. Penick in Port Lavaca, 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
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fidelity Insurance Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Penick's office located?
Dr. Larry Penick's Primary Practice
815 N Virginia St
Port Lavaca, TX 77979
(979) 335-4433
What is Dr. Penick's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Penick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528037579.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Penick?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Penick
What is Dr. Larry Penick's specialty?
Dr. Penick is a Family Medicine Specialist near Port Lavaca, 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. Larry Penick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Penick is affiliated with Oakbend Medical Center 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Larry Penick accepting new patients in Port Lavaca, TX?
Yes, Dr. Larry Penick is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Larry Penick offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Penick's office at (979) 335-4433 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Larry Penick?
Please contact Dr. Penick's office at (979) 335-4433 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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