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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cala Noriega, Hospitalist in The Woodlands, TX?
Dr. Jose Cala Noriega, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in The Woodlands, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cala Noriega graduated from Universidad Industrial de Santander Escuela de Medicina and completed his residency at Rochester General Hospital Program. Dr. Cala Noriega is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cala Noriega’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cala Noriega’s office at (936) 266-2000.
Where did Dr. Cala Noriega go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rochester General Hospital Program
Medical School: Universidad Industrial de Santander Escuela de Medicina
What languages does Dr. Cala Noriega speak?
Dr. Cala Noriega and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Cala Noriega typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Cala Noriega 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. Cala Noriega. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Cala Noriega typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Jose Cala Noriega may include:
Please contact Dr. Cala Noriega's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cala Noriega accept my insurance?
Dr. Cala Noriega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (936) 266-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cala Noriega accept in The Woodlands, TX?
Dr. Cala Noriega in The Woodlands, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
H & R Block
Humana
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Verda Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Cala Noriega's office located?
Dr. Jose Cala Noriega's Primary Practice
17200 St Lukes Way
The Woodlands, TX 77384
(936) 266-2000
What is Dr. Cala Noriega's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cala Noriega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740516426.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cala Noriega?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cala Noriega
What is Dr. Jose Cala Noriega's specialty?
Dr. Cala Noriega is a Hospitalist near The Woodlands, 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. Jose Cala Noriega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cala Noriega is affiliated with St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, St. Luke's Health - Memorial Hospital - Livingston, Tx 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 Jose Cala Noriega accepting new patients in The Woodlands, TX?
Yes, Dr. Jose Cala Noriega is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Cala Noriega offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cala Noriega's office at (936) 266-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Cala Noriega?
Please contact Dr. Cala Noriega's office at (936) 266-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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