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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sintim, Family Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Luther Sintim, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sintim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sintim’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sintim’s office at (337) 480-8066.
What languages does Dr. Sintim speak?
Dr. Sintim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sintim typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sintim 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. Sintim. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sintim typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Luther Sintim may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Sintim's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sintim accept my insurance?
Dr. Sintim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 480-8066 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sintim accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Sintim in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Oscar Health
The Loomis Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sintim's office located?
Dr. Luther Sintim's Primary Practice
915 Gessner Rd Ste 100
Houston, TX 77024
(337) 480-8066
What is Dr. Sintim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sintim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477940856.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sintim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sintim
What is Dr. Luther Sintim's specialty?
Dr. Sintim is a Family Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Luther Sintim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sintim is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Northeast 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Luther Sintim accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Luther Sintim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luther Sintim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sintim's office at (337) 480-8066 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luther Sintim?
Please contact Dr. Sintim's office at (337) 480-8066 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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