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Dr. Karina Urquia, MD

Lufkin, TX

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    Who is Dr. Urquia, Family Medicine Specialist in Lufkin, TX?

    Dr. Karina Urquia, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lufkin, TX. She is board certified. Dr. Urquia graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed her residency at North Central Tx Med Fndn, Family Medicine. Dr. Urquia is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Urquia’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Urquia’s office at (936) 699-4000.

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

    • Residency: North Central Tx Med Fndn, Family Medicine | North Central Texas Medical Foundation Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

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

    Yes, Dr. Karina Urquia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Urquia speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

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

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karina Urquia may include:

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

    Does Dr. Urquia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Urquia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (936) 699-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Urquia accept in Lufkin, TX?

    Dr. Urquia 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Urquia's office located?

    Dr. Karina Urquia's Primary Practice

    121 Gaslight Medical Pkwy Ste 101

    Lufkin, TX 75904

    (936) 699-4000

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

    Dr. Urquia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932161072.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Urquia?

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

    What is Dr. Karina Urquia's specialty?

    Dr. Urquia is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lufkin, 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. Karina Urquia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Urquia is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ut Health Henderson, Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital, Christus Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler, Northern Montana Health Care. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Karina Urquia accepting new patients in Lufkin, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Karina Urquia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karina Urquia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Urquia's office at (936) 699-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karina Urquia?

    Please contact Dr. Urquia's office at (936) 699-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karina Urquia have?

    Dr. Karina Urquia is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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