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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Santhakumar, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pasadena, TX?
Dr. Sachin Santhakumar, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Santhakumar is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santhakumar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santhakumar’s office at (713) 798-1750.
What languages does Dr. Santhakumar speak?
Dr. Santhakumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Santhakumar typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Santhakumar 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. Santhakumar. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Santhakumar typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sachin Santhakumar may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Santhakumar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Santhakumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Santhakumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 798-1750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santhakumar accept in Pasadena, TX?
Dr. Santhakumar in Pasadena, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Santhakumar's office located?
Chi St Lukes Health Patients Medi
4500 E Sam Houston Pkwy S
Pasadena, TX 77505
(713) 798-1750
What is Dr. Santhakumar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santhakumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205363488.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santhakumar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santhakumar
What is Dr. Sachin Santhakumar's specialty?
Dr. Santhakumar is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pasadena, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Sachin Santhakumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santhakumar is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sachin Santhakumar accepting new patients in Pasadena, TX?
Yes, Dr. Sachin Santhakumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sachin Santhakumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santhakumar's office at (713) 798-1750 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sachin Santhakumar?
Please contact Dr. Santhakumar's office at (713) 798-1750 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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