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Who is Dr. Houston, Hospitalist in Lakewood Ranch, FL?
Dr. Richard Houston, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Lakewood Ranch, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Houston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Houston’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Houston’s office at (918) 289-7085.
What languages does Dr. Houston speak?
Dr. Houston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Houston treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Houston 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. Houston. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Falls
- Accidental Falls
- Unintentional Falls
- Falling Accidents
ICD-10 Codes:
- W19XXXA: Unspecified fall, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Which procedures does Dr. Houston perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Houston may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Houston's office.
Does Dr. Houston accept my insurance?
Dr. Houston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (918) 289-7085 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Houston accept in Lakewood Ranch, FL?
Dr. Houston in Lakewood Ranch, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Freedom Health
Humana
Medicare
State of Florida
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Where is Dr. Houston's office located?
Dr. Richard Houston's Primary Practice
8130 Lakewood Main St Ste 103
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
(918) 289-7085
What is Dr. Houston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Houston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407207004.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Houston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Houston
What is Dr. Richard Houston's specialty?
Dr. Houston is a Hospitalist near Lakewood Ranch, FL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Houston to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Houston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Houston is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Sarasota Campus, Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice Campus, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center. 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
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Is Richard Houston accepting new patients in Lakewood Ranch, FL?
Yes, Dr. Richard Houston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Houston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Houston's office at (918) 289-7085 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Houston?
Please contact Dr. Houston's office at (918) 289-7085 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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