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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Taitano, Pulmonologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Matthew Taitano, DO is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Taitano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taitano’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taitano’s office at (713) 441-5114.
What languages does Dr. Taitano speak?
Dr. Taitano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Taitano typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Taitano 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. Taitano. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure After Procedure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden breathing failure after surgery
- Acute post-op respiratory arrest
- Acute post-surgical breathing failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J95821: Acute postprocedural respiratory failure
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Taitano typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Taitano may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Taitano's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Taitano accept my insurance?
Dr. Taitano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 441-5114 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Taitano accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Taitano 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Taitano's office located?
Dr. Matthew Taitano's Primary Practice
6550 Fannin St Ste 1001
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 441-5114
What is Dr. Taitano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Taitano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720584436.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taitano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Taitano
What is Dr. Matthew Taitano's specialty?
Dr. Taitano is a Pulmonologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Matthew Taitano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Taitano is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugar Land 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Matthew Taitano accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Taitano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Taitano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Taitano's office at (713) 441-5114 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Taitano?
Please contact Dr. Taitano's office at (713) 441-5114 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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