24 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Metry, Pediatrician in Houston, TX?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Metry?
Dr. Denise Metry, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Metry empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Infantile Hemangioma, Vascular Malformations/Birthmarks, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houston, TX community, Dr. Metry is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Metry go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Dermatology Christus St Joseph Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University Tx Med School At Houston | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx | University of Texas Medical School, Houston | University of Texas Medical School, Houston
Is Dr. Metry board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Denise Metry, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Metry speak?
Dr. Metry and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Metry typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Metry 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. Metry. 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:
- Hemangioma
- Benign Tumor
- Birthmarks
- Strawberry mark
- Vascular birthmark
- Benign vascular tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1800: Hemangioma unspecified site
Also known as:
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Atopic dermatitis
- Itchy skin rash
- Allergic skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Wart
- Warts
- Skin growth
- Common wart
- Verruca
ICD-10 Codes:
- B079: Viral wart, unspecified
Also known as:
- Congenital Birthmark
- Skin Condition
- Nevus at birth
- Mole at birth
- Congenital melanocytic nevus
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q825: Congenital non-neoplastic nevus
Also known as:
- Acne
- Acne Vulgaris
- Pimples
- Zits
- Breakouts
- Common acne
ICD-10 Codes:
- L709: Acne, unspecified
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Hemangioma
- Benign Tumor
- Birthmarks
- Strawberry mark
- Vascular birthmark
- Benign vascular tumor
- Capillary hemangioma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Molluscum Contagiosum
- Skin Infection
- Water Warts
- Molluscum
ICD-10 Codes:
- B081: Molluscum contagiosum
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Metry typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Metry 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. Metry. 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:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Large Vascular Skin Lesion Removal
- Laser Treatment for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Cutaneous Vascular Lesion Destruction
- Laser Skin Lesion Removal
- Vascular Birthmark Treatment
- Skin Growth Removal (Laser)
- Vascular Lesion Destruction
- Cutaneous Lesion Removal
- Laser Skin Treatment
- Skin Growth Removal
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
- 17108: Destruction of cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions (eg, laser technique); over 50.0 sq cm
- 17106: Destruction of cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions (eg, laser technique); less than 10 sq cm
Does Dr. Metry accept my insurance?
Dr. Metry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 798-1701 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Metry accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Metry in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Capital Blue Cross
CDPHP
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
First Health
Harvard Pilgrim
Humana
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Where is Dr. Metry's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Metry affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Metry has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Metry's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Metry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154401560.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Metry?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Metry