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Who is Dr. Dhingra, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Atul Dhingra, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Dhingra completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Dhingra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dhingra’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dhingra’s office at (281) 282-2066.
Where did Dr. Dhingra go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Emergency Medicine | University Tex Houston/Hermann Hospital
Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx
Is Dr. Dhingra board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Atul Dhingra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dhingra speak?
Dr. Dhingra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dhingra treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dhingra 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. Dhingra. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Novel Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
- Flu with Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
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:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2900: Acute gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled neck muscle
- Cervical strain
- Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Scalp Bruise
- Bruises
- Bruised scalp
- Scalp contusion
- Head bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0003XA: Contusion of scalp, initial encounter
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Dhingra perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Atul Dhingra may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dhingra's office.
Does Dr. Dhingra accept my insurance?
Dr. Dhingra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 282-2066 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dhingra accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Dhingra 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
California Foundation for Medical Care
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dhingra's office located?
What is Dr. Dhingra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dhingra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992726780.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dhingra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dhingra
What is Dr. Atul Dhingra's specialty?
Dr. Dhingra is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Dhingra to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Atul Dhingra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dhingra is affiliated with DHR Health, Rio Grande Regional 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Atul Dhingra accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Atul Dhingra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Atul Dhingra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dhingra's office at (281) 282-2066 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Atul Dhingra?
Please contact Dr. Dhingra's office at (281) 282-2066 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Atul Dhingra have?
Dr. Atul Dhingra is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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