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Dr. Wilmer Loja, MD
McAllen, TX
30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Loja, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Wilmer Loja, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Loja completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Pediatrics. Dr. Loja is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Loja’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Loja’s office at (956) 630-1225.
Where did Dr. Loja go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Pediatrics
Is Dr. Loja board certified in Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Wilmer Loja, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Loja speak?
Dr. Loja and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Loja treat?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Loja 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. Loja. 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:
- Congenital Syphilis
- Early Congenital Syphilis
- Syphilis
- Infant Syphilis
- Syphilis in Newborns
- Syphilis Passed from Mother to Baby
- Congenital Lues
ICD-10 Codes:
- A509: Congenital syphilis, unspecified
- A502: Early congenital syphilis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Isolated growth hormone deficiency
- X-linked agammaglobulinemia
- Genetic Antibody Deficiency
- Inherited Immune Deficiency
- X-linked Agammaglobulinemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D800: Hereditary hypogammaglobulinemia
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, 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:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Acanthosis Nigricans
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- AN
- Dark Skin Patches
- Thickened Dark Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L83: Acanthosis nigricans
Also known as:
- Newborn Affected by Mother's Infection
- Infant affected by maternal infections', 'Baby affected by mother's diseases
- Newborn with maternal infectious disease exposure
- Neonatal effects of maternal infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- P002: Newborn affected by maternal infectious and parasitic diseases
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Specified Lung Disorder
- Other Breathing Conditions
- Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
- Specific Lung Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J988: Other specified respiratory disorders
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to HIV
- HIV
- HIV contact
- Suspected HIV exposure
- Human immunodeficiency virus exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z206: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
Also known as:
- Neurosyphilis
- Syphilis
- Syphilis of the Nervous System
- Brain Syphilis
- Spinal Cord Syphilis
ICD-10 Codes:
- A523: Neurosyphilis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Abnormal Liver Function Test
- Liver Disease
- Irregular Liver Function Study
- Unusual Liver Exam
- Liver Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R945: Abnormal results of liver function studies
Also known as:
- Local Skin Infection
- Skin Infection
- Skin bacterial infection
- Subcutaneous tissue infection
- Localized skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Gastroenteritis
- Infectious Disease
- Stomach flu
- Infectious diarrhea
- Bowel infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A09: Infectious gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Loja perform as a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Wilmer Loja may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Loja's office.
Does Dr. Loja accept my insurance?
Dr. Loja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 630-1225 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Loja accept in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Loja in McAllen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Driscoll Health Plan
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicaid
Molina
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Loja's office located?
What is Dr. Loja's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Loja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396705802.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Loja?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Loja
What is Dr. Wilmer Loja's specialty?
Dr. Loja is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near McAllen, TX. A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments. Contact Dr. Loja to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wilmer Loja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Loja 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 Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
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Is Wilmer Loja accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Wilmer Loja is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wilmer Loja offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Loja's office at (956) 630-1225 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wilmer Loja?
Please contact Dr. Loja's office at (956) 630-1225 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wilmer Loja have?
Dr. Wilmer Loja is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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