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Dr. Kristina Rathmell, MD

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rathmell, Hospitalist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Kristina Rathmell, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Rathmell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rathmell’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rathmell’s office at (281) 351-1623.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Rathmell?

    Dr. Kristina Rathmell, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hospitalist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Rathmell empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bladder Cancer, Genitourinary Cancer, Kidney Cancer, Prostate Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houston/TX community, Dr. Rathmell is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Rathmell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Rathmell treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Rathmell 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. Rathmell. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Sudden lung failure with high CO2
    • Hypercapnic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Septic Shock
    • Shock
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection
    • Severe blood poisoning with shock
    • Septic collapse
    • Infection-induced shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
    • R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    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 Emergency
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Emergency
    • Very High Blood Pressure Emergency
    • Acute Hypertensive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I161: Hypertensive emergency

    Which procedures does Dr. Rathmell perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kristina Rathmell may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rathmell's office.

    Does Dr. Rathmell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rathmell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 351-1623 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Rathmell 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 North Dakota

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rathmell's office located?

    Dr. Kristina Rathmell's Primary Practice

    710 Cypress Creek Pkwy

    Houston, TX 77090

    (281) 351-1623

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    Dr. Kristina Rathmell's Practice 2

    13737 Noel Rd Ste 1400

    Dallas, TX 75240

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    Dr. Kristina Rathmell's Practice 3

    1310 McCullough Ave

    San Antonio, TX 78212

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

    Dr. Rathmell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356631857.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rathmell?

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

    What is Dr. Kristina Rathmell's specialty?

    Dr. Rathmell is a Hospitalist near Houston, TX. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Rathmell to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kristina Rathmell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rathmell is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center 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 Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist with 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 Kristina Rathmell accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Kristina Rathmell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristina Rathmell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rathmell's office at (281) 351-1623 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kristina Rathmell?

    Please contact Dr. Rathmell's office at (281) 351-1623 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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