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Who is Dr. Taba, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Houston, TX?
Dr. Houtan Taba, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Taba is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taba’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taba’s office at (713) 799-2300.
What languages does Dr. Taba speak?
Dr. Taba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Taba treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Taba 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. Taba. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Lower Back and Tailbone Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy
- M50121: Cervical disc disorder at C4-C5 level with radiculopathy
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder at C5-C6 with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Disc Disorder at C6-C7 with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Disc Disorder at C4-C5 with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- C5-C6 Myelopathy
- Spinal Cord Compression at C5-C6
- C5-C6 Disc Disease with Myelopathy
- C6-C7 Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve at C6-C7
- C6-C7 Disc Disease with Nerve Pain
- C4-C5 Myelopathy
- Spinal Cord Compression at C4-C5
- C4-C5 Disc Disease with Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50022: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with myelopathy
- M50123: Cervical disc disorder at C6-C7 level with radiculopathy
- M50021: Cervical disc disorder at C4-C5 level with myelopathy
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
- Worn Spinal Discs
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Which procedures does Dr. Taba perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Houtan Taba may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Taba's office.
Does Dr. Taba accept my insurance?
Dr. Taba accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 799-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Taba accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Taba 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
Assurant
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Taba's office located?
What is Dr. Taba's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Taba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699110874.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taba?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Taba
What is Dr. Houtan Taba's specialty?
Dr. Taba is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Houston, TX. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Taba to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Houtan Taba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Taba is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital, Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth 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
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Is Houtan Taba accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Houtan Taba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Houtan Taba offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Taba's office at (713) 799-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Houtan Taba?
Please contact Dr. Taba's office at (713) 799-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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