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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Santos-Tecson, Internist in Cambridge, MD?
Dr. Encarnita Santos-Tecson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cambridge, MD. She has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Santos-Tecson graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Santos-Tecson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santos-Tecson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santos-Tecson’s office at (410) 901-4000.
Where did Dr. Santos-Tecson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
What languages does Dr. Santos-Tecson speak?
Dr. Santos-Tecson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Santos-Tecson typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Santos-Tecson 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. Santos-Tecson. 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:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Cystostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Bladder Stoma Care
- Urinary Diversion Care
- Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Santos-Tecson typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Encarnita Santos-Tecson may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Santos-Tecson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Santos-Tecson accept my insurance?
Dr. Santos-Tecson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 901-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santos-Tecson accept in Cambridge, MD?
Dr. Santos-Tecson in Cambridge, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Santos-Tecson's office located?
Dr. Encarnita Santos-Tecson's Primary Practice
830 Chesapeake Dr
Cambridge, MD 21613
(410) 901-4000
What is Dr. Santos-Tecson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santos-Tecson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407817711.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santos-Tecson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santos-Tecson
What is Dr. Encarnita Santos-Tecson's specialty?
Dr. Santos-Tecson is a Internist near Cambridge, MD.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Encarnita Santos-Tecson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santos-Tecson is affiliated with Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Beebe Healthcare, University Of Maryland Shore Medical Center At Easton 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Encarnita Santos-Tecson accepting new patients in Cambridge, MD?
Yes, Dr. Encarnita Santos-Tecson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Encarnita Santos-Tecson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santos-Tecson's office at (410) 901-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Encarnita Santos-Tecson?
Please contact Dr. Santos-Tecson's office at (410) 901-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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