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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Edwards, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Shelise Edwards, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Edwards is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Edwards’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Edwards’s office at (770) 994-4747.
Is Dr. Edwards board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Shelise Edwards, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Edwards speak?
Dr. Edwards and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Edwards treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Edwards 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. Edwards. 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:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
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:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R070: Pain in throat
Also known as:
- Tonsillitis
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Inflamed Tonsils
- Tonsil Infection
- Sore Tonsils
- Streptococcal tonsillitis
- Bacterial tonsillitis
- Acute strep throat
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified
- J0300: Acute streptococcal tonsillitis, unspecified
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:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Suture Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stitch removal
- Taking out stitches
- Post-surgery suture care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Edwards perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Shelise Edwards may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Edwards' office.
Does Dr. Edwards accept my insurance?
Dr. Edwards accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 994-4747 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Edwards accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Edwards 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Edwards' office located?
Dr. Shelise Edwards' Primary Practice
9778 Katy Fwy Ste 100
Houston, TX 77055
(770) 994-4747
What is Dr. Edwards's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Edwards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649345273.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Edwards?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Edwards
What is Dr. Shelise Edwards's specialty?
Dr. Edwards is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Edwards to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shelise Edwards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Edwards is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare West, Hca Houston Healthcare Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Shelise Edwards accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Shelise Edwards is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shelise Edwards offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Edwards's office at (770) 994-4747 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shelise Edwards?
Please contact Dr. Edwards's office at (770) 994-4747 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shelise Edwards have?
Dr. Shelise Edwards is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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