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Dr. Kathryn Fitzwater, MD

Pediatrician

Sugar Land, TX

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Fitzwater, Pediatrician in Sugar Land, TX?

    Dr. Kathryn Fitzwater, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Sugar Land, TX. Dr. Fitzwater is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fitzwater’s office at (281) 725-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Fitzwater speak?

    Dr. Fitzwater and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Fitzwater typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Fitzwater 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. Fitzwater. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Severe Asthma Attack
    • Asthma
    • Status Asthmaticus
    • Life-Threatening Asthma
    • Asthma Crisis
    • Asthma Emergency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Fitzwater typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Kathryn Fitzwater may include:

    Please contact Dr. Fitzwater's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Fitzwater accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fitzwater accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 725-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fitzwater accept in Sugar Land, TX?

    Dr. Fitzwater in Sugar Land, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fitzwater's office located?

    Dr. Kathryn Fitzwater's Primary Practice

    17500 W Grand Pkwy S

    Sugar Land, TX 77479

    (281) 725-5000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Fitzwater affiliated with?

    Dr. Fitzwater has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital,Sugar Land, TX

    What is Dr. Fitzwater's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Fitzwater's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306333612.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fitzwater?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fitzwater

    What is Dr. Kathryn Fitzwater's specialty?

    Dr. Fitzwater is a Pediatrician near Sugar Land, TX.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Kathryn Fitzwater affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Fitzwater is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Dr. Kathryn Fitzwater accepting new patients in Sugar Land, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Kathryn Fitzwater is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathryn Fitzwater offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fitzwater's office at (281) 725-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kathryn Fitzwater?

    Please contact Dr. Fitzwater's office at (281) 725-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fitzwater's office located?

    Dr. Fitzwater's office is located in Sugar Land, TX.