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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Varghese, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Nidhy Varghese, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Varghese is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Varghese’s office at (713) 873-2000.
Is Dr. Varghese board certified as a Pediatric Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Nidhy Varghese, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Varghese speak?
Dr. Varghese and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Varghese typically treat?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Varghese 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. Varghese. 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:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- Pulmonary arterial hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
- High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
- Secondary PAH
- Lung artery hypertension from other causes
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
- I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Varghese typically perform?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nidhy Varghese may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Varghese's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Varghese accept my insurance?
Dr. Varghese accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 873-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Varghese accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Varghese in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
State of Texas
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Where is Dr. Varghese's office located?
What is Dr. Varghese's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Varghese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932402807.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varghese?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Varghese
What is Dr. Nidhy Varghese's specialty?
Dr. Varghese is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Pediatric Pulmonologist do?
A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques.
Is this Dr. Nidhy Varghese affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Varghese is affiliated with Texas Health Center For Diagnostics & Surgery Plano 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
When to see a Pediatric Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nidhy Varghese accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Nidhy Varghese is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nidhy Varghese offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Varghese's office at (713) 873-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nidhy Varghese?
Please contact Dr. Varghese's office at (713) 873-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nidhy Varghese have?
Dr. Nidhy Varghese is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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