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Who is Dr. Punjwani, Family Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Gulzar Punjwani, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Punjwani is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Punjwani’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Punjwani’s office at (832) 755-2077.
What languages does Dr. Punjwani speak?
Dr. Punjwani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Punjwani typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Punjwani 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. Punjwani. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Punjwani typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Punjwani performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Punjwani. 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:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Punjwani accept my insurance?
Dr. Punjwani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 755-2077 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Punjwani accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Punjwani 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
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Punjwani's office located?
Dr. Gulzar Punjwani's Primary Practice
7887 Cambridge St
Houston, TX 77054
(832) 755-2077
What is Dr. Punjwani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Punjwani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255686895.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Punjwani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Punjwani
What is Dr. Gulzar Punjwani's specialty?
Dr. Punjwani is a Family Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Gulzar Punjwani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Punjwani is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Gulzar Punjwani accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Gulzar Punjwani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gulzar Punjwani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Punjwani's office at (832) 755-2077 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gulzar Punjwani?
Please contact Dr. Punjwani's office at (832) 755-2077 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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