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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lakhva, Hospitalist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Asma Lakhva, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lakhva is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lakhva’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lakhva’s office at (713) 777-5334.
What languages does Dr. Lakhva speak?
Dr. Lakhva and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Urdu
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lakhva typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Lakhva 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. Lakhva. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J918: Pleural effusion in other conditions classified elsewhere
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lakhva typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Asma Lakhva may include:
Please contact Dr. Lakhva's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lakhva accept my insurance?
Dr. Lakhva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 777-5334 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lakhva accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Lakhva 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lakhva's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 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. Asma Lakhva an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Lakhva has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Lakhva, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Lakhva's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lakhva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215258728.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lakhva?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lakhva
What is Dr. Asma Lakhva's specialty?
Dr. Lakhva is a Hospitalist near Houston, TX.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Asma Lakhva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lakhva is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Memorial Hermann Northeast 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Asma Lakhva accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Asma Lakhva is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Asma Lakhva offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lakhva's office at (713) 777-5334 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Asma Lakhva?
Please contact Dr. Lakhva's office at (713) 777-5334 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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