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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Santiago, Internist in Lufkin, TX?
Dr. Josefa Santiago, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lufkin, TX. She is board certified. Dr. Santiago graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed her residency at Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Internal Medicine. Dr. Santiago is fluent in English, Filipino; Pilipino, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santiago’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santiago’s office at (936) 632-9277.
Where did Dr. Santiago go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Internal Medicine | SUNY Upstate Medical University Program
Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
Is Dr. Santiago board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Josefa Santiago, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Santiago speak?
Dr. Santiago and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino; Pilipino
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Santiago typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Santiago 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. Santiago. 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:
- 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 Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Santiago typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Josefa Santiago 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. Santiago's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Santiago accept my insurance?
Dr. Santiago accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (936) 632-9277 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santiago accept in Lufkin, TX?
Dr. Santiago in Lufkin, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Fidelity Insurance Group
Humana
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Santiago's office located?
What is Dr. Santiago's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santiago's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497765036.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santiago?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santiago
What is Dr. Josefa Santiago's specialty?
Dr. Santiago is a Internist near Lufkin, TX.
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. Josefa Santiago affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santiago is affiliated with St. Luke's Health - Memorial Hospital - Livingston, Tx 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Josefa Santiago accepting new patients in Lufkin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Josefa Santiago is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Josefa Santiago offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santiago's office at (936) 632-9277 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Josefa Santiago?
Please contact Dr. Santiago's office at (936) 632-9277 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Josefa Santiago have?
Dr. Josefa Santiago is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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