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Dr. Heather Machen, MD
Houston, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Machen, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Heather Machen, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Machen completed her residency at Schneider Children'S Hosp, Pediatric Emergency Medicine-Pediatrics; Inova Fairfax Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Machen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Machen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Machen’s office at (330) 493-4443.
Where did Dr. Machen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Schneider Children'S Hosp, Pediatric Emergency Medicine-Pediatrics; Inova Fairfax Hosp, Pediatrics
Is Dr. Machen board certified in Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Heather Machen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Machen speak?
Dr. Machen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Machen treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Machen 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. Machen. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
- Viral Infection
- Enteroviral Stomatitis
- Vesicular Stomatitis with Rash
- HFMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- B084: Enteroviral vesicular stomatitis with exanthem
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Which procedures does Dr. Machen perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Heather Machen may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Machen's office.
Does Dr. Machen accept my insurance?
Dr. Machen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 493-4443 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Machen accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Machen 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
MagnaCare Rx
MVP Healthcare
National Benefit Fund
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Machen's office located?
What is Dr. Machen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Machen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023143369.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Machen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Machen
What is Dr. Heather Machen's specialty?
Dr. Machen is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Machen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heather Machen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Machen is affiliated with Stamford Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Heather Machen accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Heather Machen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Machen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Machen's office at (330) 493-4443 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Machen?
Please contact Dr. Machen's office at (330) 493-4443 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Heather Machen have?
Dr. Heather Machen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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