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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cress, Pediatrician in Houston, TX?
Dr. Karen Cress, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Cress is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cress’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cress’s office at (713) 363-5580.
What languages does Dr. Cress speak?
Dr. Cress and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Cress treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Cress 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. Cress. 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:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Autism
- Pervasive Developmental Disorder
- ASD
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F849: Pervasive developmental disorder, unspecified
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
- Localized Ruptured Appendix
- Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
- Mood Disorder
- DMDD
- Severe Irritability Disorder
- Childhood Mood Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3481: Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Gastroenteritis
- Infectious Disease
- Stomach flu
- Infectious diarrhea
- Bowel infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A09: Infectious gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Apparent Life-Threatening Event in Infant
- ALTE
- Near-SIDS event
- Brief resolved unexplained event (BRUE)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6813: Apparent life threatening event in infant (ALTE)
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
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:
- Quadriplegia (C5-C7 Incomplete)
- Paralysis
- Incomplete C5-C7 paralysis
- Partial high cervical spinal cord injury
- Partial four limb paralysis C5-C7
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8254: Quadriplegia, C5-C7 incomplete
Also known as:
- Kidney Infection
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
- Pyelonephritis
- Acute Kidney Infection
- Renal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N10: Acute pyelonephritis
Which procedures does Dr. Cress perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Karen Cress may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cress' office.
Does Dr. Cress accept my insurance?
Dr. Cress accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 363-5580 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cress accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Cress 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
Community Health Choice
Driscoll Health Plan
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
State of Colorado
State of Georgia
State of Texas
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cress' office located?
What is Dr. Cress's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cress's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790031243.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cress?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cress
What is Dr. Karen Cress's specialty?
Dr. Cress is a Pediatrician near Houston, TX. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Cress to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karen Cress affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cress is affiliated with Woman's Hospital Of Texas, Memorial Hermann Greater Heights 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?
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Is Karen Cress accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Karen Cress is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Cress offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cress's office at (713) 363-5580 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Cress?
Please contact Dr. Cress's office at (713) 363-5580 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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