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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khawaja, Pulmonologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Farrakh Khawaja, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Khawaja is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khawaja’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khawaja’s office at (713) 456-5000.
Where did Dr. Khawaja go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad Iberomericana
What languages does Dr. Khawaja speak?
Dr. Khawaja and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Khawaja treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Khawaja 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. Khawaja. 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.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
- Lung Infection (Bacterial)
- Pneumonitis
- Community-acquired Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
- J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Which procedures does Dr. Khawaja perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Farrakh Khawaja may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Khawaja's office.
Does Dr. Khawaja accept my insurance?
Dr. Khawaja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 456-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khawaja accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Khawaja 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
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Khawaja's office located?
What is Dr. Khawaja's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khawaja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730209719.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khawaja?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khawaja
What is Dr. Farrakh Khawaja's specialty?
Dr. Khawaja is a Pulmonologist near Houston, TX. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Khawaja to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Farrakh Khawaja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khawaja is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Greater Heights 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
Where can I learn more about Pulmonologist?
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Is Farrakh Khawaja accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Farrakh Khawaja is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farrakh Khawaja offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khawaja's office at (713) 456-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farrakh Khawaja?
Please contact Dr. Khawaja's office at (713) 456-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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