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Dr. Shelise Edwards, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Houston, TX

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 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Edwards is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Edwards’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 as an 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Edwards typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, 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:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    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

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Edwards typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shelise Edwards may include:

    Please contact Dr. Edwards' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Texas Children's Hospital

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Shelise Edwards' Practice 2

    8910 Highway 6 S

    Houston, TX 77083

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    What is Dr. Edwards's NPI number?A 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Shelise Edwards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Edwards is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Medical Center, Hca Houston Healthcare Northwest 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. 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' office at (770) 994-4747 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shelise Edwards?

    Please contact Dr. Edwards' office at (770) 994-4747 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Edwards' office located?

    Dr. Edwards' office is located in Houston, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shelise Edwards have?

    Dr. Shelise Edwards is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.