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Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD

Accepting New Patients

(12 Ratings)

Specializes in: Facial Plastic Surgery and Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat)

University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (1980)

Professional interests include: sinus problems, parathyroid disease, nasal obstruction, and more.

527 N Leona Street
San Antonio, TX 78207

(210) 358-1654

Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD is a facial plastic surgeon in San Antonio, TX specializing in facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 1980 and has 46 years of experience. Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD is affiliated with UT Health San Antonio, University Health and THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO.

Office Locations

University Health

4502 Medical Drive
San Antonio, TX 78229

(210) 358-4000

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527 N Leona Street
San Antonio, TX 78207

(210) 358-1654

(210) 358-4775

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8300 Floyd Curl Drive 6th Floor
San Antonio, TX 78229

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903 W. Martin Street
San Antonio, TX 78207

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Some issues Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in San Antonio, TX during 2012 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	111
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	25
minimally invasive procedures	25

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	116

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD.

**Gender**
Male	48
Female	61

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	63
Black	0
Hispanic	34
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	40
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	38

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD in 2013

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	43
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	133

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD.

**Gender**
Male	53
Female	55

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	57
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	46
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	33

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD in 2014

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	43
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	39
Dementia	0
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in San Antonio, TX during 2015 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	132
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	15
minimally invasive procedures	15

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD.

**Gender**
Male	104
Female	140

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	118
Black	0
Hispanic	98
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	96
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	90

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD in 2015

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	40
Dementia	0
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in San Antonio, TX during 2016 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	203
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	19
minimally invasive procedures	19

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD.

**Gender**
Male	69
Female	69

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	58
Black	0
Hispanic	60
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	62
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	45

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	34
Dementia	11
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in San Antonio, TX during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	190
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	23
minimally invasive procedures	23

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD.

**Gender**
Male	68
Female	69

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	72
Black	0
Hispanic	54
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	53
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	51

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD in 2017

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	41
Dementia	9
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in San Antonio, TX during 2018 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	140
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	17
minimally invasive procedures	17

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD.

**Gender**
Male	49
Female	41

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	0
Hispanic	44
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	31
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	29

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD in 2018

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	39
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2018

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in San Antonio, TX were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

doctor visit	146
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	19
minimally invasive procedures	19

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2018

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD.

**Gender**
Male	55
Female	62

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	52
Hispanic	41
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	40
65 to 74	46

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD From 2012 - 2018

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	2
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	33
Atrial Fibrillation	2
Cancer	2
Dementia	2

Education & Training

Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 1980. He completed residency at Keesler Air Force Base Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive and has a state license in Texas.

Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (1980)

Residency: Keesler Air Force Base Medical Center

Board Certification: American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive

Licensed In: Texas

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UT Health San Antonio

University Health

THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: MultiPlan, Prime Health, United Healthcare HMO, United Healthcare EPO, Blue Choice, Galaxy Health Network, Coventry, Blue California, Trustmark , WellCare Medicare Advantage, BlueCross BlueShield of Texas, AARP, Medicare Advantage, TriWest, HealthSpring, United Healthcare, Three Rivers, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Molina Healthcare, First Health, WellPoint, Employers Health Network, HealthSmart, Superior Health Plan, Independent Medical Systems - Commercial (PPO), Administrative Concepts - Third Party Administrator, Kempton Group Administrators - Third Party Administrator, CHAMPVA - Governmental, Zelis - Third Party Administrator, Century Healthcare - Third Party Administrator, El Paso Health - CHIP, Key Benefits Administrators - Third Party Administrator, OptumHealth - Transplant Network, 6 Degrees - Transplant, Oscar - Commercial Exchange, Imperial Health - Commercial (Exchange), Provider Network of America - Commercial (All Products), Entrust - Third Party Administrator, SANA Benefits - Commercial (All Products), HMA LLC - Third Party Administrator, Aetna Health - Commercial (HMO, Managed Choice POS, Meritain, Open Choice PPO), Allied Benefit Systems - Third Party Administrator, Velocity National Provider Network - Commercial (Multiple Payers), Universal Benefits Consortium (Allegiance) - Direct Contract with TPA/Broker for select ISDs, Private Healthcare Systems - Commercial (All Products), Aetna Health - Commercial (QPOS, SAISD, Select), Injury Management Organization - Workers Compensation, Benefit Administrative Systems - Third Party Administrator, Tokio Marine - Transplant Network, Group and Pension Administrators - Third Party Administrator, EBSO Benefits - Third Party Administrator, Aetna Health - Commercial (Choice POS II, Elect Choice EPO, Exchange (Silver/Gold HMO)), Allegiance - Universal Benefits Consortium, Interlink - Transplant Network, Independent Medical Systems - Workers Compensation, Lucent Health - Third Party Administrator, Imagine 360 - Third Party Administrator, Curative - Commercial (All Products), Aetna Health - Transplant ONLY, Insurance Accepted, Veterans Administration - Governmental, Velocity National Provider Network - Commercial (PPO), Ancira Enterprises - Direct Employer, WebTPA - Third Party Administrator, International Benefits Administrators - Third Party Administrator, Gilsbar - Third Party Administrator, University of Incarnate Word - Direct Contact with Employer, Scott & White Health Plan - Commercial (Exchange, HMO, PPO), LifeTrac - Transplant Network, 90 Degree Benefits - Third Party Administrator, Point Comfort Underwriters - Refugee Medical Assistance (Adults, Children) and Aetna Better Health - CHIP/CHIP Perinate Newborn.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

MultiPlan

Prime Health

United Healthcare HMO

United Healthcare EPO

Blue Choice

Galaxy Health Network

Coventry

Blue California

Trustmark

WellCare Medicare Advantage

BlueCross BlueShield of Texas

AARP

Medicare Advantage

TriWest

HealthSpring

United Healthcare

Three Rivers

Medicaid

Humana

Cigna

Molina Healthcare

First Health

WellPoint

Employers Health Network

HealthSmart

Superior Health Plan

Independent Medical Systems - Commercial (PPO)

Administrative Concepts - Third Party Administrator

Kempton Group Administrators - Third Party Administrator

CHAMPVA - Governmental

Zelis - Third Party Administrator

Century Healthcare - Third Party Administrator

El Paso Health - CHIP

Key Benefits Administrators - Third Party Administrator

OptumHealth - Transplant Network

6 Degrees - Transplant

Oscar - Commercial Exchange

Imperial Health - Commercial (Exchange)

Provider Network of America - Commercial (All Products)

Entrust - Third Party Administrator

SANA Benefits - Commercial (All Products)

HMA LLC - Third Party Administrator

Aetna Health - Commercial (HMO, Managed Choice POS, Meritain, Open Choice PPO)

Allied Benefit Systems - Third Party Administrator

Velocity National Provider Network - Commercial (Multiple Payers)

Universal Benefits Consortium (Allegiance) - Direct Contract with TPA/Broker for select ISDs

Private Healthcare Systems - Commercial (All Products)

Aetna Health - Commercial (QPOS, SAISD, Select)

Injury Management Organization - Workers Compensation

Benefit Administrative Systems - Third Party Administrator

Tokio Marine - Transplant Network

Group and Pension Administrators - Third Party Administrator

EBSO Benefits - Third Party Administrator

Aetna Health - Commercial (Choice POS II, Elect Choice EPO, Exchange (Silver/Gold HMO))

Allegiance - Universal Benefits Consortium

Interlink - Transplant Network

Independent Medical Systems - Workers Compensation

Lucent Health - Third Party Administrator

Imagine 360 - Third Party Administrator

Curative - Commercial (All Products)

Aetna Health - Transplant ONLY

Insurance Accepted

Veterans Administration - Governmental

Velocity National Provider Network - Commercial (PPO)

Ancira Enterprises - Direct Employer

WebTPA - Third Party Administrator

International Benefits Administrators - Third Party Administrator

Gilsbar - Third Party Administrator

University of Incarnate Word - Direct Contact with Employer

Scott & White Health Plan - Commercial (Exchange, HMO, PPO)

LifeTrac - Transplant Network

90 Degree Benefits - Third Party Administrator

Point Comfort Underwriters - Refugee Medical Assistance (Adults, Children)

Aetna Better Health - CHIP/CHIP Perinate Newborn

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.58 out of 5 stars based on 12 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in San Antonio, TX.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. John Mark Morehead, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
COMSORT, Inc	$100 KEYTRUDA $100
ZIMVIE INC.	$67 Tapered Screw-Vent $67
CooperSurgical, Inc.	$24 Endosee $24
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$13 BEVESPI AEROSPHERE $13

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$104
Consulting Fee	$100

Biography

Dr. John Morehead is a specialist in facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) in San Antonio, TX. Patient reviews placed him at an average of 4.5 stars (out of 5). Clinical interests for Dr. Morehead include facial problems, thyroid problems, and nasal obstruction. Dr. Morehead is affiliated with UT Health San Antonio and the University Health. He seems to honor Trustmark, Blue California, Coventry, and more. According to UT Health San Antonio, Dr. Morehead is currently accepting new patients at his office in San Antonio, TX. After completing medical school at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, he performed his residency at Keesler Air Force Base Medical Center.