23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Pereira, Pediatrician in Houston, TX?
Dr. Faria Pereira, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Pereira graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatric Emergency Medicine-Pediatrics; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Pereira is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pereira’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pereira’s office at (832) 824-5497.
Where did Dr. Pereira go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatric Emergency Medicine-Pediatrics; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Pediatrics | Baylor College Of Med | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Program A
Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny | New York University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Pereira board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Faria Pereira, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Pereira speak?
Dr. Pereira and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Pereira typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Pereira 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. Pereira. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Pereira typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Faria Pereira may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Pereira's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pereira accept my insurance?
Dr. Pereira accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 824-5497 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pereira accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Pereira 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)
Medicare
State of Louisiana
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pereira's office located?
What is Dr. Pereira's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pereira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437239852.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pereira?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pereira
What is Dr. Faria Pereira's specialty?
Dr. Pereira is a Pediatrician near Houston, TX.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Faria Pereira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pereira is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Texas Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Faria Pereira accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Faria Pereira is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Faria Pereira offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pereira's office at (832) 824-5497 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Faria Pereira?
Please contact Dr. Pereira's office at (832) 824-5497 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Faria Pereira have?
Dr. Faria Pereira is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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