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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sharfman, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Glencora Sharfman, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sharfman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharfman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharfman’s office at (713) 429-0655.
What languages does Dr. Sharfman speak?
Dr. Sharfman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sharfman typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sharfman 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. Sharfman. 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:
- Other Administrative Medical Exams
- Miscellaneous administrative exams
- Various official health checks
- Other regulatory medical assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sharfman typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Glencora Sharfman may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Sharfman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sharfman accept my insurance?
Dr. Sharfman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 429-0655 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sharfman accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Sharfman 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Texas
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sharfman's office located?
Dr. Glencora Sharfman's Primary Practice
8588 Katy Fwy Ste 226A
Houston, TX 77024
(713) 429-0655
What is Dr. Sharfman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sharfman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235371410.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharfman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharfman
What is Dr. Glencora Sharfman's specialty?
Dr. Sharfman is a Internist near Houston, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Glencora Sharfman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sharfman is affiliated with Woman's Hospital Of Texas which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Glencora Sharfman accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Glencora Sharfman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Glencora Sharfman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sharfman's office at (713) 429-0655 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Glencora Sharfman?
Please contact Dr. Sharfman's office at (713) 429-0655 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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