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Dr. Hema Navaneethan, MD

Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, Pediatrician

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Navaneethan, Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Hema Navaneethan, MD is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Navaneethan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Navaneethan’s office at (210) 358-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Navaneethan speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Navaneethan typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, Dr. Navaneethan 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. Navaneethan. 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:

    • Feeding Difficulties
    • Eating Problems
    • Swallowing Problems
    • Unspecified Feeding Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Navaneethan typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Hema Navaneethan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Navaneethan accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Navaneethan's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Navaneethan's office located?

    Dr. Hema Navaneethan's Primary Practice

    4502 Medical Dr

    San Antonio, TX 78229

    (210) 358-4000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Navaneethan affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Navaneethan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Navaneethan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770902892.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Navaneethan?

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

    What is Dr. Hema Navaneethan's specialty?

    Dr. Navaneethan is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX.

    What does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician who has special knowledge and experience in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This pediatrician is responsible to collaborate with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance the quality of life. They also handle physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family. This is done throughout the course of the illness, during the dying process, and beyond. They have good expertise in handling the assessment of patients with advanced disease, providing relief from distressing symptoms, coordinating between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, using specialized and advanced care systems including hospice, managing patients who are imminently dying, and navigating legal and ethical decision-making in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Hema Navaneethan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Navaneethan is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio 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

    When to see a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist. 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. Hema Navaneethan accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Hema Navaneethan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hema Navaneethan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Navaneethan's office at (210) 358-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Hema Navaneethan?

    Please contact Dr. Navaneethan's office at (210) 358-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Navaneethan's office located?

    Dr. Navaneethan's office is located in San Antonio, TX.