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Dr. Joyce Hnatek, MD
Bryan, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hnatek, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Bryan, TX?
Dr. Joyce Hnatek, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Bryan, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Hnatek completed her residency at Univ Ok Hlth Sci Ctr, Family Practice. Dr. Hnatek is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hnatek’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hnatek’s office.
Where did Dr. Hnatek go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ok Hlth Sci Ctr, Family Practice
Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx
Is Dr. Hnatek board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joyce Hnatek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hnatek speak?
Dr. Hnatek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Hnatek typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Hnatek 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. Hnatek. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Hnatek typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joyce Hnatek may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Hnatek's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hnatek accept my insurance?
Dr. Hnatek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hnatek accept in Bryan, TX?
Dr. Hnatek in Bryan, 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hnatek's office located?
What is Dr. Hnatek's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hnatek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396708095.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hnatek?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hnatek
What is Dr. Joyce Hnatek's specialty?
Dr. Hnatek is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Bryan, TX.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Joyce Hnatek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hnatek is affiliated with St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital - Bryan, 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joyce Hnatek accepting new patients in Bryan, TX?
Yes, Dr. Joyce Hnatek is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joyce Hnatek offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hnatek's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joyce Hnatek?
Please contact Dr. Hnatek's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joyce Hnatek have?
Dr. Joyce Hnatek is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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