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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chauhan, Hospitalist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ashima Chauhan, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chauhan graduated from Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, completed her residency at Methodist Hospital (Houston) San Jacinto Program, and is currently affiliated with Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital. Dr. Chauhan is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chauhan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chauhan’s office.
Where did Dr. Chauhan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Methodist Hospital (Houston) San Jacinto Program
Medical School: Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College | Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research
What languages does Dr. Chauhan speak?
Dr. Chauhan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Chauhan typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Chauhan 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. Chauhan. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Chauhan typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Ashima Chauhan may include:
Please contact Dr. Chauhan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chauhan accept my insurance?
Dr. Chauhan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chauhan accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Chauhan 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
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Oscar Health
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chauhan's office located?
What is Dr. Chauhan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chauhan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366735094.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chauhan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chauhan
What is Dr. Ashima Chauhan's specialty?
Dr. Chauhan is a Hospitalist near Houston, TX.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Ashima Chauhan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chauhan is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Southeast, Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ashima Chauhan accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ashima Chauhan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashima Chauhan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chauhan's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashima Chauhan?
Please contact Dr. Chauhan's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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