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Who is Dr. Abu Atherah, Pulmonologist in Webster, TX?
Dr. Emran Abu Atherah, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Webster, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Abu Atherah is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abu Atherah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abu Atherah’s office at (713) 781-4600.
Is Dr. Abu Atherah board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Emran Abu Atherah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Abu Atherah speak?
Dr. Abu Atherah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Abu Atherah typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Abu Atherah 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. Abu Atherah. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Abu Atherah typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Emran Abu Atherah may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Abu Atherah's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Abu Atherah accept my insurance?
Dr. Abu Atherah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 781-4600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abu Atherah accept in Webster, TX?
Dr. Abu Atherah in Webster, 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 of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Government Employees Health Association
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Verda Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Abu Atherah's office located?
Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake
500 W Medical Center Blvd
Webster, TX 77598
(713) 781-4600
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 2 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Emran Abu Atherah an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Abu Atherah has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Abu Atherah, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Abu Atherah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abu Atherah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356570220.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abu Atherah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abu Atherah
What is Dr. Emran Abu Atherah's specialty?
Dr. Abu Atherah is a Pulmonologist near Webster, TX.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Emran Abu Atherah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abu Atherah is affiliated with St. Luke's Health - Brazosport Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Southeast, Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake, Hca Houston Healthcare Southeast, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Houston Methodist Clear Lake 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
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Is Emran Abu Atherah accepting new patients in Webster, TX?
Yes, Dr. Emran Abu Atherah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emran Abu Atherah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abu Atherah's office at (713) 781-4600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emran Abu Atherah?
Please contact Dr. Abu Atherah's office at (713) 781-4600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Emran Abu Atherah have?
Dr. Emran Abu Atherah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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