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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Berens, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. John Berens, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Berens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berens’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berens’s office.
What languages does Dr. Berens speak?
Dr. Berens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Berens typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Berens 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. Berens. 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:
- Cerebral Palsy
- Other Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- CP
- Brain paralysis
- Childhood motor disorder
- Mixed Cerebral Palsy
- Atypical CP
- Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
- G808: Other cerebral palsy
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Spina Bifida in Chest Area with Water on the Brain
- Hydrocephalus
- Spina Bifida
- Thoracic Myelomeningocele with Hydrocephalus
- Open Spine in Chest with Hydrocephalus
- Spinal Defect and Brain Fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q051: Thoracic spina bifida with hydrocephalus
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Berens typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Berens performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Berens. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Berens accept my insurance?
Dr. Berens 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. Berens accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Berens in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
State of Texas
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Berens' office located?
What is Dr. Berens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Berens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831509405.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Berens
What is Dr. John Berens's specialty?
Dr. Berens is a Internist near Houston, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. John Berens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Berens is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Berens accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. John Berens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Berens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Berens's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Berens?
Please contact Dr. Berens's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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