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Dr. David Darrigan, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Darrigan, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. David Darrigan, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Darrigan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Darrigan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Darrigan’s office at (941) 746-5111.

    Is Dr. Darrigan board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. David Darrigan, DO is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Darrigan speak?

    Dr. Darrigan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Darrigan typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Darrigan 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. Darrigan. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Darrigan typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Darrigan may include:

    Please contact Dr. Darrigan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Darrigan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Darrigan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 746-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Darrigan accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Darrigan in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Texas

    • Texas Children's Hospital

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Verda Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Darrigan's office located?

    Dr. David Darrigan's Primary Practice

    1401 St Joseph Pkwy

    Houston, TX 77002

    (941) 746-5111

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    What is Dr. Darrigan's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Darrigan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669636775.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Darrigan?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Darrigan

    What is Dr. David Darrigan's specialty?

    Dr. Darrigan is an 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 Dr. David Darrigan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Darrigan is affiliated with Comanche County Memorial Hospital, Lake Granbury Medical Center, The Medical Center Of Southeast Texas, Southwestern Medical Center, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, The University Of Texas Md Anderson Cancer Center 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. David Darrigan accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. David Darrigan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Darrigan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Darrigan's office at (941) 746-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Darrigan?

    Please contact Dr. Darrigan's office at (941) 746-5111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Darrigan's office located?

    Dr. Darrigan's office is located in Houston, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Darrigan have?

    Dr. David Darrigan is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.