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Who is Dr. Garuba-Sedenu, Family Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Alimatu Garuba-Sedenu, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Garuba-Sedenu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garuba-Sedenu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garuba-Sedenu’s office at (281) 570-2525.
What languages does Dr. Garuba-Sedenu speak?
Dr. Garuba-Sedenu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Garuba-Sedenu typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Garuba-Sedenu 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. Garuba-Sedenu. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Garuba-Sedenu typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alimatu Garuba-Sedenu may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Garuba-Sedenu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Garuba-Sedenu accept my insurance?
Dr. Garuba-Sedenu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 570-2525 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garuba-Sedenu accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Garuba-Sedenu in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Garuba-Sedenu's office located?
Dr. Alimatu Garuba-Sedenu's Primary Practice
2150 W 18th St Ste 300
Houston, TX 77008
(281) 570-2525
What is Dr. Garuba-Sedenu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garuba-Sedenu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053805028.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garuba-Sedenu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garuba-Sedenu
What is Dr. Alimatu Garuba-Sedenu's specialty?
Dr. Garuba-Sedenu 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. Alimatu Garuba-Sedenu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Garuba-Sedenu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 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 Alimatu Garuba-Sedenu accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Alimatu Garuba-Sedenu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alimatu Garuba-Sedenu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garuba-Sedenu's office at (281) 570-2525 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alimatu Garuba-Sedenu?
Please contact Dr. Garuba-Sedenu's office at (281) 570-2525 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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