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Dr. Jason Paltjon, MD

Dr. Jason Paltjon, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Waco, TX

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Paltjon, Family Medicine Specialist in Waco, TX?

    Dr. Jason Paltjon, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Waco, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Paltjon graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ut Health Center. He is a member of the Texas Academy of Family Physicians, Texas Medical Association, McLennan County Medical Society, American Academy of Family Physicians, and American Medical Association. Dr. Paltjon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paltjon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paltjon’s office at (254) 412-5700.

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

    • Residency: Ut Health Center

    • Medical School: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine,Lubbock, Tx, United States | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Paltjon board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Jason Paltjon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Paltjon speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Paltjon typically treat?

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

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Paltjon typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jason Paltjon may include:

    Please contact Dr. Paltjon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Paltjon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Paltjon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 412-5700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Paltjon accept in Waco, TX?

    Dr. Paltjon in Waco, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Baylor Scott & White Holdings

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Paltjon's office located?

    Dr. Jason Paltjon's Primary Practice

    50 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Ste 201B

    Waco, TX 76712

    (254) 412-5700

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    1605 S 31st St Baylor Scott And White Center For Dia

    Temple, TX 76508

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    Baylor Scott And White Clinic Hewit

    510 N Hewitt Dr

    Hewitt, TX 76643

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Texas Academy of Family Physicians

    Member

    Texas Medical Association

    Member

    McLennan County Medical Society

    Member

    American Academy of Family Physicians

    Member

    American Medical Association

    Member

    Awards

    W. Mitchell Jones, M.D. Medical Student Award

    Alpha Chi National Honor Society

    Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society

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

    Dr. Paltjon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336100114.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paltjon?

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

    What is Dr. Jason Paltjon's specialty?

    Dr. Paltjon is a Family Medicine Specialist near Waco, 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 Dr. Jason Paltjon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Paltjon is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, Ascension Providence Hospital, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Jason Paltjon accepting new patients in Waco, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Jason Paltjon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jason Paltjon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Paltjon's office at (254) 412-5700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jason Paltjon?

    Please contact Dr. Paltjon's office at (254) 412-5700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Paltjon's office located?

    Dr. Paltjon's offices are located in Waco, TX, Temple, TX, and Hewitt, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jason Paltjon have?

    Dr. Jason Paltjon is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.