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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Houser, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Temple, TX?
Dr. Joshua Houser, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Temple, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Houser is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Houser’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Houser’s office at (512) 218-6330.
Where did Dr. Houser go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Marshall University
What languages does Dr. Houser speak?
Dr. Houser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Houser typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Houser 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. Houser. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
- Patient left before treatment
- Did not wait to be seen
- Treatment abandoned by patient
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Houser typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Houser may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Houser's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Houser accept my insurance?
Dr. Houser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 218-6330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Houser accept in Temple, TX?
Dr. Houser in Temple, 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
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Houser's office located?
What is Dr. Houser's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Houser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659647832.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Houser?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Houser
What is Dr. Joshua Houser's specialty?
Dr. Houser is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Temple, 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 this Dr. Joshua Houser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Houser is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, Ascension Providence 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joshua Houser accepting new patients in Temple, TX?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Houser is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Houser offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Houser's office at (512) 218-6330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Houser?
Please contact Dr. Houser's office at (512) 218-6330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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