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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cuellar, Family Medicine Specialist in Wentzville, MO?
Dr. James Cuellar, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wentzville, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Cuellar completed his residency at St Louis Univ Hosp, Otolaryngology; Methodist Hosps Of Dallas, General Surgery. Dr. Cuellar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cuellar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cuellar’s office at (636) 332-8228.
Where did Dr. Cuellar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Louis Univ Hosp, Otolaryngology; Methodist Hosps Of Dallas, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok
What languages does Dr. Cuellar speak?
Dr. Cuellar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cuellar treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cuellar 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. Cuellar. 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.
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:
- 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
- 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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Acquired Thyroid Atrophy
- Hypothyroidism
- Shrinking Thyroid Gland
- Acquired Thyroid Wasting
ICD-10 Codes:
- E034: Atrophy of thyroid (acquired)
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Weakness
- Frailty in old age
- Physical decline with age
- Weakness due to aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- R54: Age-related physical debility
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
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:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Which procedures does Dr. Cuellar perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Cuellar may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cuellar's office.
Does Dr. Cuellar accept my insurance?
Dr. Cuellar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (636) 332-8228 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cuellar accept in Wentzville, MO?
Dr. Cuellar in Wentzville, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cuellar's office located?
What is Dr. Cuellar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cuellar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912917998.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cuellar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cuellar
What is Dr. James Cuellar's specialty?
Dr. Cuellar is a Family Medicine Specialist near Wentzville, MO. 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. Contact Dr. Cuellar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Cuellar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cuellar is affiliated with Ssm Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles, Ssm Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis 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
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Is James Cuellar accepting new patients in Wentzville, MO?
Yes, Dr. James Cuellar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Cuellar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cuellar's office at (636) 332-8228 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Cuellar?
Please contact Dr. Cuellar's office at (636) 332-8228 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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