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Dr. Christle Colbert, MD
Physiatrist
,Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist
,Occupational Medicine Specialist
Houston, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Colbert, Physiatrist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Christle Colbert, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Colbert graduated from Meharry Medical College. Dr. Colbert is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Colbert’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colbert’s office.
Where did Dr. Colbert go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Meharry Medical College
What languages does Dr. Colbert speak?
Dr. Colbert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Colbert treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Colbert 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. Colbert. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing After Stroke
- Brain Disease
- Swallowing Disorder
- Swallowing difficulties after stroke
- Trouble swallowing
- Dysphagia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69991: Dysphagia following unspecified cerebrovascular disease
Also known as:
- Mild Intellectual Disability
- Severe Intellectual Disability
- Developmental Disabilities
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Mild Developmental Delay
- Learning Disability (Intellectual)
- Severe Cognitive Impairment
- Profound Developmental Delay
- Significant Intellectual Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F70: Mild intellectual disabilities
- F72: Severe intellectual disabilities
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Moderate Intellectual Disability
- Profound Intellectual Disability
- Developmental Disabilities
- Moderate developmental delay
- Moderate cognitive impairment
- Severe developmental delay
- Profound cognitive impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F71: Moderate intellectual disabilities
- F73: Profound intellectual disabilities
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:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
Which procedures does Dr. Colbert perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christle Colbert may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Colbert's office.
Does Dr. Colbert accept my insurance?
Dr. Colbert 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. Colbert accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Colbert 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)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Colbert's office located?
What is Dr. Colbert's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Colbert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649439712.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colbert?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Colbert
What is Dr. Christle Colbert's specialty?
Dr. Colbert is a Physiatrist near Houston, TX. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Colbert to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christle Colbert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Colbert is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth 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
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Is Christle Colbert accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christle Colbert is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christle Colbert offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Colbert's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christle Colbert?
Please contact Dr. Colbert's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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