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Dr. Umair Abbas, MD

Pediatrician

Corpus Christi, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abbas, Pediatrician in Corpus Christi, TX?

    Dr. Umair Abbas, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX. Dr. Abbas is currently affiliated with Driscoll Childrens Hospital. Dr. Abbas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abbas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abbas’s office at (832) 907-0181.

    What languages does Dr. Abbas speak?

    Dr. Abbas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Abbas typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Abbas 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. Abbas. 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:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
    • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Leaky tricuspid valve
    • Tricuspid regurgitation
    • Leaky aortic valve
    • Aortic regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
    • I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Patent Foramen Ovale
    • Ventricular Septal Defect
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • PFO
    • Open Foramen Ovale
    • Hole in Heart (PFO)
    • VSD
    • Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
    • Congenital Heart Anomaly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
    • Q210: Ventricular septal defect

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fluid Around the Heart
    • Pericardial Disorder
    • Pericardial Effusion
    • Fluid in Pericardium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Abbas typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Umair Abbas may include:

    Please contact Dr. Abbas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Abbas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abbas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 907-0181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abbas accept in Corpus Christi, TX?

    Dr. Abbas in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Driscoll Children's Hospital

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Abbas' office located?

    Driscoll Childrens Hospital

    3533 S Alameda St

    Corpus Christi, TX 78411

    (832) 907-0181

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    What is Dr. Abbas's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Abbas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417335654.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abbas?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abbas

    What is Dr. Umair Abbas's specialty?

    Dr. Abbas is a Pediatrician near Corpus Christi, 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 Dr. Umair Abbas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abbas is affiliated with Dhr Health, Mission Regional Medical Center 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 Dr. Umair Abbas accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Umair Abbas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Umair Abbas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abbas' office at (832) 907-0181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Umair Abbas?

    Please contact Dr. Abbas' office at (832) 907-0181 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Abbas' office located?

    Dr. Abbas' office is located in Corpus Christi, TX.