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Dr. Pooja Handa, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Handa, Family Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Pooja Handa, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Handa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Handa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Handa’s office at (701) 780-6810.

    Is Dr. Handa board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Pooja Handa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Handa speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Handa typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Handa 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. Handa. 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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    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
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Handa typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Pooja Handa may include:

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

    Does Dr. Handa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Handa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (701) 780-6810 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Handa 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

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Texas Children's Hospital

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Handa's office located?

    Dr. Pooja Handa's Primary Practice

    6624 Fannin St Ste 1240

    Houston, TX 77030

    (701) 780-6810

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    Dr. Pooja Handa's Practice 2

    20207 Chasewood Park Dr Ste 300

    Houston, TX 77070

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

    Dr. Handa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508022955.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Handa?

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

    What is Dr. Pooja Handa's specialty?

    Dr. Handa is a Family Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Pooja Handa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Handa is affiliated with St. Luke's Health - The Vintage Hospital, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Pooja Handa accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Pooja Handa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Pooja Handa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Handa's office at (701) 780-6810 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Pooja Handa?

    Please contact Dr. Handa's office at (701) 780-6810 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Handa's office located?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Pooja Handa have?

    Dr. Pooja Handa is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.