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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gallegos, Anesthesiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Phillip Gallegos, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Gallegos graduated from American University of Integrative Sciences and completed his residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program. Dr. Gallegos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gallegos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gallegos’s office at (972) 715-5000.
Where did Dr. Gallegos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: American University of Integrative Sciences
What languages does Dr. Gallegos speak?
Dr. Gallegos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gallegos typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gallegos 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. Gallegos. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gallegos typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gallegos 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. Gallegos. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Does Dr. Gallegos accept my insurance?
Dr. Gallegos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 715-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gallegos accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Gallegos 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
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Texas Children's Hospital
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gallegos' office located?
Dr. Phillip Gallegos' Primary Practice
18300 Houston Methodist Dr
Houston, TX 77058
(972) 715-5000
What is Dr. Gallegos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gallegos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356649867.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gallegos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gallegos
What is Dr. Phillip Gallegos's specialty?
Dr. Gallegos is a Anesthesiologist near Houston, TX.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Phillip Gallegos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gallegos is affiliated with Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Houston Methodist 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Phillip Gallegos accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Gallegos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Phillip Gallegos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gallegos's office at (972) 715-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Phillip Gallegos?
Please contact Dr. Gallegos's office at (972) 715-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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