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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 1 additional practice location. Dr. Cress is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. 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 a Pediatrician like Dr. Cress typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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 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:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
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:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Cress typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Cress' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centene Corporation
Community Health Choice
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
State of Colorado
State of Georgia
State of Oklahoma
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Pediatrician do?
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.
Is this Dr. Karen Cress affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cress is affiliated with Woman's Hospital Of Texas, Hca Houston Healthcare Southeast, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood, Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake, Hca Houston Healthcare Medical Center, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 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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