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Who is Dr. Le-Short, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Christina Le-Short, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Le-Short is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Le-Short’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Le-Short’s office at (713) 792-6127.
What languages does Dr. Le-Short speak?
Dr. Le-Short and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Le-Short typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Le-Short 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. Le-Short. 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Le-Short typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christina Le-Short may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Le-Short's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Le-Short accept my insurance?
Dr. Le-Short accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 792-6127 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Le-Short accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Le-Short 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Le-Short's office located?
Dr. Christina Le-Short also offers virtual visits
Dr. Christina Le-Short's Primary Practice
1515 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 792-6127
What is Dr. Le-Short's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Le-Short's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932499423.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Le-Short?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Le-Short
What is Dr. Christina Le-Short's specialty?
Dr. Le-Short is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Christina Le-Short affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Le-Short is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christina Le-Short accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christina Le-Short is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christina Le-Short offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Le-Short's office at (713) 792-6127 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christina Le-Short?
Please contact Dr. Le-Short's office at (713) 792-6127 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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