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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pundhir, Hospitalist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Pooja Pundhir is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Pundhir is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pundhir’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pundhir’s office at (713) 242-3768.
What languages does Dr. Pundhir speak?
Dr. Pundhir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pundhir treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Pundhir 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. Pundhir. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Pundhir perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Pooja Pundhir may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pundhir's office.
Does Dr. Pundhir accept my insurance?
Dr. Pundhir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 242-3768 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pundhir accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Pundhir in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pundhir's office located?
Dr. Pooja Pundhir's Primary Practice
921 Gessner Rd Rm 317
Houston, TX 77024
(713) 242-3768
What is Dr. Pundhir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pundhir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184027815.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pundhir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pundhir
What is Dr. Pooja Pundhir's specialty?
Dr. Pundhir is a Hospitalist near Houston, TX. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Pundhir to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pooja Pundhir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pundhir is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Pooja Pundhir accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Pooja Pundhir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pooja Pundhir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pundhir's office at (713) 242-3768 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pooja Pundhir?
Please contact Dr. Pundhir's office at (713) 242-3768 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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