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Who is Dr. Tai, Podiatrist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Rizwan Tai is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tai’s office at (281) 937-4546.
What languages does Dr. Tai speak?
Dr. Tai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Tai typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Tai 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. Tai. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers and Inflammation
- Vascular Disease
- Inflamed Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores and Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87332: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
- Skin Condition
- Foot Ulcer
- Open Sore on Foot
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Other Acute Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Acute Left Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Left Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86172: Other acute osteomyelitis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Inflamed Ulcer
- Vascular Disease
- Inflamed Venous Ulcer
- Chronic Venous Stasis Ulcer with Inflammation
- Venous Leg Ulcer with Redness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87331: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of right lower extremity
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Tai typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Tai 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. Tai. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Tai accept my insurance?
Dr. Tai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 937-4546 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tai accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Tai 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
Cigna Group
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Verda Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Tai's office located?
Dr. Rizwan Tai's Primary Practice
13219 Dotson Rd Ste 200
Houston, TX 77070
(281) 937-4546
What is Dr. Tai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780039792.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tai
What is Dr. Rizwan Tai's specialty?
Dr. Tai is a Podiatrist near Houston, TX.
What does a Podiatrist do?
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.
Is this Dr. Rizwan Tai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tai is affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, St. Luke's Health - The Vintage Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands 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
When to see a Podiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rizwan Tai accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Rizwan Tai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rizwan Tai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tai's office at (281) 937-4546 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rizwan Tai?
Please contact Dr. Tai's office at (281) 937-4546 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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