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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cumber, Family Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Salimah Cumber, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Cumber graduated from Aga Khan University and completed her residency at Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Geriatric Medicine-Family Practice. Dr. Cumber is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cumber’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cumber’s office at (713) 263-1955.
Where did Dr. Cumber go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Texas Health Science Center
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Geriatric Medicine-Family Practice | University of Texas Health Science Center
Medical School: Aga Khan University
What languages does Dr. Cumber speak?
Dr. Cumber and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Cumber treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cumber 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. Cumber. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Seasonal Allergies
- Allergy
- Hay fever
- Seasonal allergic rhinitis
- Pollen allergy
ICD-10 Codes:
- J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
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:
- Other Administrative Medical Exams
- Miscellaneous administrative exams
- Various official health checks
- Other regulatory medical assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations
What procedures does Dr. Cumber perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cumber performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Cumber. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Cumber accept my insurance?
Dr. Cumber accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 263-1955 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cumber accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Cumber 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
Centene
Community Health Choice
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Tennessee
Texas Children's Hospital
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Where is Dr. Cumber's office located?
What is Dr. Cumber's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cumber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912011966.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cumber?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cumber
What is Dr. Salimah Cumber's specialty?
Dr. Cumber is a Family Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Cumber to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Salimah Cumber affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cumber is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, Houston Methodist West Hospital, Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, Baylor St. Luke's Medical 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Salimah Cumber accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Salimah Cumber is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Salimah Cumber offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cumber's office at (713) 263-1955 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Salimah Cumber?
Please contact Dr. Cumber's office at (713) 263-1955 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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