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Dr. Christopher Diaz, MD

Pasadena, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Diaz, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pasadena, TX?

    Dr. Christopher Diaz, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Diaz graduated from The University of Toledo College of Medicine. Dr. Diaz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diaz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diaz’s office at (713) 948-7000.

    Where did Dr. Diaz go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: The University of Toledo College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Diaz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Diaz treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Diaz 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. Diaz. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Diaz perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Diaz may include:

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

    Does Dr. Diaz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Diaz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 948-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Diaz accept in Pasadena, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cooperative Benefit Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • State of Texas

    • Texas Children's Hospital

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    Where is Dr. Diaz's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Diaz's Primary Practice

    4500 E Sam Houston Pkwy S

    Pasadena, TX 77505

    (713) 948-7000

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    Dr. Christopher Diaz's Practice 2

    101 E Ridge Rd

    McAllen, TX 78503

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    Dr. Christopher Diaz's Practice 3

    2000 S Palestine St

    Athens, TX 75751

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

    Dr. Diaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376530188.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diaz?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Diaz's specialty?

    Dr. Diaz is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pasadena, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Diaz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Diaz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Diaz is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, St. Luke's Health - Memorial Hospital - Livingston, TX, CHRISTUS Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, United Regional Healthcare System 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

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    Is Christopher Diaz accepting new patients in Pasadena, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Diaz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Diaz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Diaz's office at (713) 948-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Diaz?

    Please contact Dr. Diaz's office at (713) 948-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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