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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fotso, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Jean Luc Sime Fotso, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fotso graduated from UniversitÈ catholique de Louvain FacultÈ de MÈdecine et de MÈdecine Dentaire and completed his residency at Oakwood Hospital Program. Dr. Fotso is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fotso’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fotso’s office at (713) 266-9955.
Where did Dr. Fotso go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Oakwood Hospital Program
Medical School: UniversitÈ catholique de Louvain FacultÈ de MÈdecine et de MÈdecine Dentaire
What languages does Dr. Fotso speak?
Dr. Fotso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fotso treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Fotso 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. Fotso. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Fotso perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jean Luc Sime Fotso may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fotso's office.
Does Dr. Fotso accept my insurance?
Dr. Fotso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 266-9955 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fotso accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Fotso 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)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fotso's office located?
Dr. Jean Luc Sime Fotso's Primary Practice
7575 San Felipe St Ste 155
Houston, TX 77063
(713) 266-9955
What is Dr. Fotso's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fotso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770895542.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fotso?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fotso
What is Dr. Jean Luc Sime Fotso's specialty?
Dr. Fotso is a Internist near Houston, TX.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Fotso to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Jean Luc Sime Fotso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fotso is affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Jean Luc Sime Fotso accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Jean Luc Sime Fotso is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jean Luc Sime Fotso offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fotso's office at (713) 266-9955 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jean Luc Sime Fotso?
Please contact Dr. Fotso's office at (713) 266-9955 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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