Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Herrera, Family Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Carmen Herrera, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Herrera graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston. Dr. Herrera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herrera’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herrera’s office at (713) 778-4441.
Where did Dr. Herrera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston
What languages does Dr. Herrera speak?
Dr. Herrera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Herrera typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Herrera 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. Herrera. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Herrera typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Carmen Herrera may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Herrera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Herrera accept my insurance?
Dr. Herrera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 778-4441 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Herrera accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Herrera in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Memorial Hermann Health Insurance Company
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Herrera's office located?
Dr. Carmen Herrera's Primary Practice
7789 Southwest Fwy Ste 350
Houston, TX 77074
(713) 778-4441
What is Dr. Herrera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Herrera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720227572.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herrera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Herrera
What is Dr. Carmen Herrera's specialty?
Dr. Herrera is a Family Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Carmen Herrera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Herrera is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, Woman's Hospital Of Texas 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carmen Herrera accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Carmen Herrera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carmen Herrera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Herrera's office at (713) 778-4441 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carmen Herrera?
Please contact Dr. Herrera's office at (713) 778-4441 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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