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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yum, Cardiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Brian Yum, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Yum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yum’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yum’s office at (713) 442-0000.
What languages does Dr. Yum speak?
Dr. Yum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Yum treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Yum 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. Yum. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Which procedures does Dr. Yum perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Yum may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Yum's office.
Does Dr. Yum accept my insurance?
Dr. Yum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 442-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yum accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Yum 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
KelseyCare Advantage
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Yum's office located?
What is Dr. Yum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326572231.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yum
What is Dr. Brian Yum's specialty?
Dr. Yum is a Cardiologist near Houston, TX. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Yum to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brian Yum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yum is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, St. Luke's Health - The Vintage Hospital, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, Houston Methodist West 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Brian Yum accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Brian Yum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Yum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yum's office at (713) 442-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Yum?
Please contact Dr. Yum's office at (713) 442-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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