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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Herb, Surgeon in Houston, TX?
Dr. Joshua Herb, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Herb is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herb’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herb’s office at (713) 792-6161.
What languages does Dr. Herb speak?
Dr. Herb and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Herb typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Herb 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. Herb. 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:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Disease
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
Also known as:
- Digestive System Growth of Unknown Type
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive tract tumor of unknown nature
- GI growth of unknown type
- Indeterminate digestive mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D490: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of digestive system
Also known as:
- Widespread Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Generalized lymphadenopathy
- Multiple swollen glands
- Body-wide enlarged lymph nodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R591: Generalized enlarged lymph nodes
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Herb typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Herb may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Herb's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Herb accept my insurance?
Dr. Herb accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 792-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Herb accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Herb in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Herb's office located?
What is Dr. Herb's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Herb's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346694692.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herb?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Herb
What is Dr. Joshua Herb's specialty?
Dr. Herb is a Surgeon near Houston, TX.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Joshua Herb affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Herb is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Wakemed Cary 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
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Is Joshua Herb accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Herb is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Herb offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Herb's office at (713) 792-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Herb?
Please contact Dr. Herb's office at (713) 792-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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