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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sami, Internist in Waco, TX?
Dr. Venkata Sami, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Waco, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sami is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sami’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sami’s office at (254) 526-7523.
Is Dr. Sami board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Venkata Sami, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sami speak?
Dr. Sami and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sami typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sami 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. Sami. 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:
- 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:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sami typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Venkata Sami may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Sami's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sami accept my insurance?
Dr. Sami accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 526-7523 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sami accept in Waco, TX?
Dr. Sami in Waco, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sami's office located?
Dr. Venkata Sami's Primary Practice
50 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Ste 206
Waco, TX 76712
(254) 526-7523
What is Dr. Sami's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sami's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245450337.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sami?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sami
What is Dr. Venkata Sami's specialty?
Dr. Sami is a Internist near Waco, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Venkata Sami affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sami is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest, Heart Hospital Of Austin 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Venkata Sami accepting new patients in Waco, TX?
Yes, Dr. Venkata Sami is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Venkata Sami offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sami's office at (254) 526-7523 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Venkata Sami?
Please contact Dr. Sami's office at (254) 526-7523 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Venkata Sami have?
Dr. Venkata Sami is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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