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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Martinez, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Edinburg, TX?
Dr. Alfred Martinez, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Edinburg, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Martinez completed his residency at Nassau Co Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; Kings County Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; St Johns Episc Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Martinez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Martinez’s office at (713) 338-6565.
Where did Dr. Martinez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nassau Co Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; Kings County Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; St Johns Episc Hosp, General Surgery
Medical School: University Di Bologna, Fac Di Med E Chirurgia, Bologna
Is Dr. Martinez board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Martinez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Martinez speak?
Dr. Martinez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Martinez typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Martinez 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. Martinez. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Other General Symptoms
- Non-specific health complaints
- Various symptoms
- Unexplained health issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6889: Other general symptoms and signs
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Martinez typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alfred Martinez may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Martinez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Martinez accept my insurance?
Dr. Martinez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 338-6565 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Martinez accept in Edinburg, TX?
Dr. Martinez in Edinburg, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Oscar Health
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Martinez's office located?
Dr. Alfred Martinez's Primary Practice
2820 W Michaelangelo Dr
Edinburg, TX 78539
(713) 338-6565
What is Dr. Martinez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Martinez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083624068.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Martinez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Martinez
What is Dr. Alfred Martinez's specialty?
Dr. Martinez is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Edinburg, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Alfred Martinez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Martinez is affiliated with St. Catherine Of Siena Hospital 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alfred Martinez accepting new patients in Edinburg, TX?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Martinez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alfred Martinez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Martinez's office at (713) 338-6565 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alfred Martinez?
Please contact Dr. Martinez's office at (713) 338-6565 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alfred Martinez have?
Dr. Alfred Martinez is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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