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Dr. William Westerheide, MD

Kingwood, TX

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Westerheide, Anesthesiologist in Kingwood, TX?

    Dr. William Westerheide, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Kingwood, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Westerheide is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Westerheide’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Westerheide’s office at (713) 620-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Westerheide speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Westerheide treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Westerheide 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. Westerheide. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena
    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Preterm Labor
    • Premature Labor
    • Early Labor
    • Threatened Preterm Labor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O6014X0: Preterm labor third trimester with preterm delivery third trimester, not applicable or unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Westerheide perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Westerheide 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. Westerheide. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Westerheide accept my insurance?

    Dr. Westerheide accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 620-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Westerheide accept in Kingwood, TX?

    Dr. Westerheide in Kingwood, 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

    • Boyd Gaming

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Texas Children's Hospital

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Westerheide's office located?

    Dr. William Westerheide's Primary Practice

    300 Kingwood Medical Dr

    Kingwood, TX 77339

    (713) 620-4000

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    Dr. William Westerheide's Practice 2

    22999 Highway 59 N

    Kingwood, TX 77339

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    Dr. William Westerheide's Practice 3

    18951 N Memorial Dr

    Humble, TX 77338

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

    Dr. Westerheide's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053339630.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Westerheide?

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

    What is Dr. William Westerheide's specialty?

    Dr. Westerheide is a Anesthesiologist near Kingwood, TX. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Westerheide to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. William Westerheide affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Westerheide is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood, HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

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    Is William Westerheide accepting new patients in Kingwood, TX?

    Yes, Dr. William Westerheide is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Westerheide offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Westerheide's office at (713) 620-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Westerheide?

    Please contact Dr. Westerheide's office at (713) 620-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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