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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Waqar, Anesthesiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Tahira Waqar, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Waqar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waqar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waqar’s office at (972) 233-1999.
What languages does Dr. Waqar speak?
Dr. Waqar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Waqar treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Waqar 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. Waqar. 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:
- 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:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Which procedures does Dr. Waqar perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Tahira Waqar may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Waqar's office.
Does Dr. Waqar accept my insurance?
Dr. Waqar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 233-1999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Waqar accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Waqar 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Community Health Choice
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Waqar's office located?
Dr. Tahira Waqar's Primary Practice
18220 State Highway 249 Ste 330
Houston, TX 77070
(972) 233-1999
What is Dr. Waqar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Waqar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942460688.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waqar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Waqar
What is Dr. Tahira Waqar's specialty?
Dr. Waqar is a Anesthesiologist near Houston, TX. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Waqar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tahira Waqar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Waqar is affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Tahira Waqar accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Tahira Waqar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tahira Waqar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Waqar's office at (972) 233-1999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tahira Waqar?
Please contact Dr. Waqar's office at (972) 233-1999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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