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Who is Dr. Ramirez, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Andrea Ramirez, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Ramirez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramirez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramirez’s office at (832) 824-1319.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ramirez?
Dr. Andrea Ramirez, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Rheumatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ramirez empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Dermatomyositis, Lupus/SLE, Scleroderma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houston/TX community, Dr. Ramirez is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Ramirez board certified in Pediatric Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Andrea Ramirez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Ramirez speak?
Dr. Ramirez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ramirez treat?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Ramirez 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. Ramirez. 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.
Also known as:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Pauciarticular Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
- Oligoarticular JIA
- Few-joint juvenile arthritis
- Childhood oligoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
- M083: Juvenile rheumatoid polyarthritis (seronegative)
- M0820: Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis with systemic onset, unspecified site
- M0840: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Long-Term Antimetabolite Use
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
- Chronic antimetabolite therapy
- Ongoing antimetabolite treatment
- Antimetabolite drug use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
- Z79631: Long term (current) use of antimetabolite agent
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Lupus kidney disease
- Kidney Disease
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Long-term Immunosuppressive Biologic Use
- Chronic biologic therapy
- Taking biologic immunosuppressants
- Biologic immune suppressants
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79620: Long term (current) use of immunosuppressive biologic
Also known as:
- Juvenile Dermatomyositis
- Myositis
- Childhood Dermatomyositis
- JDM
- Muscle and Skin Inflammation in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3300: Juvenile dermatomyositis, organ involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Iridocyclitis
- Eye Disease
- Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
- Anterior uveitis
- Iritis and cyclitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis
Also known as:
- Long-term Systemic Steroid Use
- Steroids
- Chronic systemic corticosteroid use
- Oral steroid therapy long-term
- Systemic steroid medication
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7952: Long term (current) use of systemic steroids
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
Also known as:
- Localized Scleroderma
- Scleroderma
- Morphea
- Skin hardening
- Connective tissue hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- L940: Localized scleroderma [morphea]
Which procedures does Dr. Ramirez perform as a Pediatric Rheumatologist?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Andrea Ramirez may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ramirez's office.
Does Dr. Ramirez accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramirez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 824-1319 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramirez accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ramirez in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Capital Blue Cross
Christus Health Plan
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ramirez's office located?
What is Dr. Ramirez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramirez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326363318.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramirez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramirez
What is Dr. Andrea Ramirez's specialty?
Dr. Ramirez is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near Houston, TX. A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases. Contact Dr. Ramirez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andrea Ramirez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ramirez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Texas Children's Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Rheumatologist?
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Is Andrea Ramirez accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Andrea Ramirez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrea Ramirez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office at (832) 824-1319 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrea Ramirez?
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office at (832) 824-1319 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andrea Ramirez have?
Dr. Andrea Ramirez is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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