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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hussain, Nephrologist in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Syed Hussain, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Galveston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hussain is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hussain’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hussain’s office at (409) 747-1063.
What languages does Dr. Hussain speak?
Dr. Hussain and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hussain treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Hussain 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. Hussain. 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:
- 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:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Rejection
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal Transplant Rejection
- Kidney Graft Rejection
- Transplant Organ Rejection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8611: Kidney transplant rejection
Also known as:
- Personal History of Immunosuppressant Therapy
- Past immunosuppressive treatment
- Previous immune-suppressing drugs
- History of immunosuppression
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9225: Personal history of immunosuppression therapy
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Hussain perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Syed Hussain may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hussain's office.
Does Dr. Hussain accept my insurance?
Dr. Hussain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 747-1063 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hussain accept in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Hussain in Galveston, 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)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hussain's office located?
Dr. Syed Hussain's Primary Practice
301 University Blvd
Galveston, TX 77555
(409) 747-1063
What is Dr. Hussain's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hussain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750674842.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hussain?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hussain
What is Dr. Syed Hussain's specialty?
Dr. Hussain is a Nephrologist near Galveston, TX. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Hussain to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Syed Hussain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hussain is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston, Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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
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Is Syed Hussain accepting new patients in Galveston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Syed Hussain is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Syed Hussain offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hussain's office at (409) 747-1063 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Syed Hussain?
Please contact Dr. Hussain's office at (409) 747-1063 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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