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Dr. Frances Sparks Fonacier, DO
Houston, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sparks Fonacier, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Frances Sparks Fonacier, DO is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sparks Fonacier is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sparks Fonacier’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sparks Fonacier’s office at (713) 242-3000.
What languages does Dr. Sparks Fonacier speak?
Dr. Sparks Fonacier and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sparks Fonacier treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sparks Fonacier 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. Sparks Fonacier. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Other Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
- Uncommon Viral Diseases
- Rare Viral Infections
- Miscellaneous Viral Illnesses
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
- B348: Other viral infections of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adjustment Disorder
- Mental Disorder
- Situational Depression
- Stress Response Syndrome
- Reaction to Stress
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4320: Adjustment disorder, 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
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:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
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
Which procedures does Dr. Sparks Fonacier perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Frances Sparks Fonacier 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. Sparks Fonacier's office.
Does Dr. Sparks Fonacier accept my insurance?
Dr. Sparks Fonacier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 242-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sparks Fonacier accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Sparks Fonacier 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)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sparks Fonacier's office located?
Dr. Frances Sparks Fonacier's Primary Practice
6411 Fannin St
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 242-3000
What is Dr. Sparks Fonacier's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sparks Fonacier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750768818.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sparks Fonacier?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sparks Fonacier
What is Dr. Frances Sparks Fonacier's specialty?
Dr. Sparks Fonacier 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. Sparks Fonacier to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Frances Sparks Fonacier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sparks Fonacier is affiliated with Westchester Medical Center, Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall - Newburgh, Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Putnam Hospital, HealthAlliance Hospital: Mary's Avenue Campus, Phelps 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
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Is Frances Sparks Fonacier accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Frances Sparks Fonacier is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frances Sparks Fonacier offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sparks Fonacier's office at (713) 242-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frances Sparks Fonacier?
Please contact Dr. Sparks Fonacier's office at (713) 242-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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