26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Strelnieks, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Erik Strelnieks, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Strelnieks completed his residency at Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Emergency Medicine Univ Tn Grad Sch Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year. He is a member of the Travis County Medical Society. Dr. Strelnieks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Strelnieks’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Strelnieks’s office at (512) 341-1000.
Where did Dr. Strelnieks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Emergency Medicine Univ Tn Grad Sch Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University Fla Health Science Center
Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn
Is Dr. Strelnieks board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Erik Strelnieks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Strelnieks speak?
Dr. Strelnieks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Strelnieks typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Strelnieks 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. Strelnieks. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Strelnieks typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Erik Strelnieks 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. Strelnieks' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Strelnieks accept my insurance?
Dr. Strelnieks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 341-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Strelnieks accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Strelnieks in Houston, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Strelnieks' office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Travis County Medical Society
Member
What is Dr. Strelnieks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Strelnieks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669430344.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Strelnieks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Strelnieks
What is Dr. Erik Strelnieks's specialty?
Dr. Strelnieks is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Houston, 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. Erik Strelnieks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Strelnieks is affiliated with St. David's South Austin Medical Center, St. David's Round Rock Medical Center, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Erik Strelnieks accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Erik Strelnieks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erik Strelnieks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Strelnieks's office at (512) 341-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erik Strelnieks?
Please contact Dr. Strelnieks's office at (512) 341-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Erik Strelnieks have?
Dr. Erik Strelnieks is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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