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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Samaan, Diagnostic Radiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Sam Samaan, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Samaan is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Samaan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Samaan’s office at (713) 873-9908.
What languages does Dr. Samaan speak?
Dr. Samaan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Samaan typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Samaan 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. Samaan. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Samaan typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Samaan 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. Samaan. 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:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Does Dr. Samaan accept my insurance?
Dr. Samaan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 873-9908 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Samaan accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Samaan in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Samaan's office located?
What is Dr. Samaan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Samaan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194955666.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Samaan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Samaan
What is Dr. Sam Samaan's specialty?
Dr. Samaan is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?
A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.
Is this Dr. Sam Samaan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Samaan is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sam Samaan accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Sam Samaan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sam Samaan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Samaan's office at (713) 873-9908 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sam Samaan?
Please contact Dr. Samaan's office at (713) 873-9908 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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