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Dr. Luz Tastard, MD

Dr. Luz Tastard, MD

Physiatrist

Houston, TX

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tastard, Physiatrist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Luz Tastard, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Tastard graduated from Faculty of Medicine National University of Colombia. Dr. Tastard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tastard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tastard’s office at (713) 441-5189.

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

    • Medical School: Faculty of Medicine National University of Colombia

    Is Dr. Tastard board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Luz Tastard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Tastard speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Tastard typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Tastard 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. Tastard. 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:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant Aftercare
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Liver Transplant
    • Post-liver transplant care
    • Liver recipient follow-up
    • Liver transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Critical Illness Myopathy
    • Muscle Disorder
    • ICU-acquired weakness
    • Critical care myopathy
    • Muscle weakness after severe illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7281: Critical illness myopathy

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Tastard typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Tastard performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tastard. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Tastard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tastard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 441-5189 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tastard's office located?

    577 Methodist Acad Med Assoc

    6560 Fannin St Ste 1878

    Houston, TX 77030

    (713) 441-5189

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    Dr. Luz Tastard's Practice 2

    16605 Southwest Fwy Ste 400

    Sugar Land, TX 77479

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    Dr. Luz Tastard's Practice 3

    7575 San Felipe St Ste 155

    Houston, TX 77063

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

    Dr. Tastard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144313560.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tastard?

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

    What is Dr. Luz Tastard's specialty?

    Dr. Tastard is a Physiatrist near Houston, TX.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Luz Tastard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tastard is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, Houston Methodist West Hospital, Dhr Health 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Luz Tastard accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Luz Tastard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Luz Tastard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tastard's office at (713) 441-5189 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Luz Tastard?

    Please contact Dr. Tastard's office at (713) 441-5189 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tastard's office located?

    Dr. Tastard's offices are located in Houston, TX and Sugar Land, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Luz Tastard have?

    Dr. Luz Tastard is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.