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Dr. Wasef Muzaffar, MD

Anesthesiologist

Pearland, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Muzaffar, Anesthesiologist in Pearland, TX?

    Dr. Wasef Muzaffar, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Pearland, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Muzaffar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Muzaffar’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Muzaffar speak?

    Dr. Muzaffar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Muzaffar typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Muzaffar 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. Muzaffar. 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 pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Myoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Preterm Labor
    • Premature Labor
    • Early Labor
    • Threatened Preterm Labor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O6014X0: Preterm labor third trimester with preterm delivery third trimester, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Breech Presentation
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Baby is Breech
    • Feet First Birth
    • Bottom First Birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O321XX0: Maternal care for breech presentation, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Fetal Heart Rate During Childbirth
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Fetal heart rate abnormality in labor
    • Irregular baby heartbeat during delivery
    • Fetal distress due to heart rate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O76: Abnormality in fetal heart rate and rhythm complicating labor and delivery

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Muzaffar typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Muzaffar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Muzaffar. 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
    • Lower Back Epidural Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Muzaffar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Muzaffar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Muzaffar accept in Pearland, TX?

    Dr. Muzaffar in Pearland, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Texas Children's Hospital

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Muzaffar's office located?

    Dr. Wasef Muzaffar's Primary Practice

    11100 Shadow Creek Pkwy

    Pearland, TX 77584

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    Dr. Wasef Muzaffar's Practice 2

    7600 Fannin St

    Houston, TX 77054

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    Dr. Wasef Muzaffar's Practice 3

    1500 Citywest Blvd Ste 300

    Houston, TX 77042

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    What is Dr. Muzaffar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Muzaffar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295170736.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Muzaffar?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Muzaffar

    What is Dr. Wasef Muzaffar's specialty?

    Dr. Muzaffar is an Anesthesiologist near Pearland, TX.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Wasef Muzaffar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Muzaffar is affiliated with Woman's Hospital Of Texas, Houston Methodist West Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Southeast, Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake 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

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    Is Dr. Wasef Muzaffar accepting new patients in Pearland, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Wasef Muzaffar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wasef Muzaffar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Muzaffar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Wasef Muzaffar?

    Please contact Dr. Muzaffar's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Muzaffar's office located?

    Dr. Muzaffar's offices are located in Pearland, TX and Houston, TX.