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Dr. Vinit Oommen, MD

Hospitalist

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Vinit Oommen, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Oommen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oommen’s office at (713) 867-2066.

    What languages does Dr. Oommen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Oommen typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Oommen 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. Oommen. 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
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Oommen typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Vinit Oommen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Oommen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Oommen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 867-2066 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Oommen's office located?

    Dr. Vinit Oommen's Primary Practice

    1635 North Loop W

    Houston, TX 77008

    (713) 867-2066

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    Dr. Vinit Oommen's Practice 2

    915 Gessner Rd Ste 100

    Houston, TX 77024

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    Dr. Vinit Oommen's Practice 3

    6624 Fannin St

    Houston, TX 77030

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

    Dr. Oommen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780064618.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oommen?

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

    What is Dr. Vinit Oommen's specialty?

    Dr. Oommen is a Hospitalist near Houston, TX.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Vinit Oommen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Oommen is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, St. Luke's Health - The Vintage Hospital, St. Luke's Health - Brazosport 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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. Vinit Oommen accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Vinit Oommen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vinit Oommen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Oommen's office at (713) 867-2066 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vinit Oommen?

    Please contact Dr. Oommen's office at (713) 867-2066 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Oommen's office located?

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