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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hou, Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Angela Hou, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hou is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hou’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hou’s office at (215) 955-6410.
What languages does Dr. Hou speak?
Dr. Hou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hou typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hou 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. Hou. 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:
- Opioid Withdrawal Symptoms
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid Detoxification
- Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome
- Quitting Opioids Symptoms
- Opioid Addiction Withdrawal
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1193: Opioid use, unspecified with withdrawal
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:
- 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hou typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Angela Hou may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Hou's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hou accept my insurance?
Dr. Hou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-6410 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hou accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Hou in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Hou's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Hou affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Hou has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Jefferson Methodist Hospital,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Jefferson Methodist Hospital,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital,Philadelphia, PARanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 9 Procedures
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 9 Procedures
Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus,Dover, DERanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus,Dover, DE
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Nazareth Hospital,Philadelphia, PA
Nazareth Hospital,Philadelphia, PA
Sunrise Community Health,Philadelphia, PA
Sunrise Community Health,Philadelphia, PA
What is Dr. Hou's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538427794.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hou
What is Dr. Angela Hou's specialty?
Dr. Hou is an Internist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is Dr. Angela Hou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hou is affiliated with Jefferson Methodist Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus 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 Dr. Angela Hou accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Angela Hou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Angela Hou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hou's office at (215) 955-6410 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Angela Hou?
Please contact Dr. Hou's office at (215) 955-6410 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Hou's office located?
Dr. Hou's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.
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