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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Farooqi, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Sofia Farooqi, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Farooqi is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farooqi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farooqi’s office at (713) 338-6565.
What languages does Dr. Farooqi speak?
Dr. Farooqi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Farooqi treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Farooqi 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. Farooqi. 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:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Farooqi perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sofia Farooqi 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. Farooqi's office.
Does Dr. Farooqi accept my insurance?
Dr. Farooqi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 338-6565 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farooqi accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Farooqi 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
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Farooqi's office located?
What is Dr. Farooqi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farooqi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023393444.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farooqi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farooqi
What is Dr. Sofia Farooqi's specialty?
Dr. Farooqi is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Farooqi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sofia Farooqi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farooqi is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Greater Heights 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Sofia Farooqi accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Sofia Farooqi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sofia Farooqi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farooqi's office at (713) 338-6565 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sofia Farooqi?
Please contact Dr. Farooqi's office at (713) 338-6565 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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