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Dr. Christina Chiang, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chiang, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Christina Chiang, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. She is board certified. Dr. Chiang graduated from Texas A&M University and completed her residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program. Dr. Chiang is fluent in English, Chinese, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chiang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chiang’s office at (713) 242-3000.

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

    • Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: Texas A&M University

    Is Dr. Chiang board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christina Chiang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chiang speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Portuguese
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chiang typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chiang 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. Chiang. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chiang typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christina Chiang may include:

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

    Does Dr. Chiang accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chiang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 242-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • AmeriBen

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Memorial Hermann Health Insurance Company

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

    • Texas Children's Hospital

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chiang's office located?

    Dr. Christina Chiang's Primary Practice

    921 Gessner Rd

    Houston, TX 77024

    (713) 242-3000

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

    Dr. Chiang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740429208.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chiang?

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

    What is Dr. Christina Chiang's specialty?

    Dr. Chiang is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Christina Chiang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chiang is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Medical Center, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Katy 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Christina Chiang accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Christina Chiang is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christina Chiang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chiang's office at (713) 242-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christina Chiang?

    Please contact Dr. Chiang's office at (713) 242-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chiang's office located?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christina Chiang have?

    Dr. Christina Chiang is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.