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Dr. Sorab Italia, DO

Family Medicine Specialist

Houston, TX

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Sorab Italia, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Italia graduated from A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Mem Hermann Hlthcare Sys, Family Medicine. Dr. Italia is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Italia’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Italia’s office at (281) 558-6700.

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

    • Residency: Mem Hermann Hlthcare Sys, Family Medicine | Memorial Hermann Hospital System Program

    • Medical School: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine

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

    Yes, Dr. Sorab Italia, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Italia speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi

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

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

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sorab Italia may include:

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

    Does Dr. Italia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Italia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 558-6700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Choice

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Italia's office located?

    Dr. Sorab Italia's Primary Practice

    12245 Richmond Ave

    Houston, TX 77082

    (281) 558-6700

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

    Dr. Italia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386637767.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Italia?

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

    What is Dr. Sorab Italia's specialty?

    Dr. Italia 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. Sorab Italia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Italia is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, Houston Methodist West Hospital, Townsen Memorial Hospital - Humble, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Northwest 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. Sorab Italia accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Sorab Italia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sorab Italia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Italia's office at (281) 558-6700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sorab Italia?

    Please contact Dr. Italia's office at (281) 558-6700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Italia's office located?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sorab Italia have?

    Dr. Sorab Italia is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.