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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hernandez Sanchez, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ernai Hernandez Sanchez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hernandez Sanchez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hernandez Sanchez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernandez Sanchez’s office at (409) 892-7171.
What languages does Dr. Hernandez Sanchez speak?
Dr. Hernandez Sanchez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hernandez Sanchez typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hernandez Sanchez 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. Hernandez Sanchez. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
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:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hernandez Sanchez typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ernai Hernandez Sanchez may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Hernandez Sanchez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hernandez Sanchez accept my insurance?
Dr. Hernandez Sanchez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 892-7171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez Sanchez accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Hernandez Sanchez 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hernandez Sanchez's office located?
Dr. Ernai Hernandez Sanchez's Primary Practice
5225 Katy Fwy Ste 323
Houston, TX 77007
(409) 892-7171
What is Dr. Hernandez Sanchez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hernandez Sanchez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184115347.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hernandez Sanchez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hernandez Sanchez
What is Dr. Ernai Hernandez Sanchez's specialty?
Dr. Hernandez Sanchez is a Internist near Houston, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Ernai Hernandez Sanchez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hernandez Sanchez is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth 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
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Is Ernai Hernandez Sanchez accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ernai Hernandez Sanchez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ernai Hernandez Sanchez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez Sanchez's office at (409) 892-7171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ernai Hernandez Sanchez?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez Sanchez's office at (409) 892-7171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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