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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kuruvilla, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Anju Kuruvilla, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Kuruvilla is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuruvilla’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuruvilla’s office at (713) 757-1000.
Where did Dr. Kuruvilla go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine
Is Dr. Kuruvilla board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Anju Kuruvilla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kuruvilla speak?
Dr. Kuruvilla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kuruvilla treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kuruvilla 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. Kuruvilla. 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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Kuruvilla perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Anju Kuruvilla 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. Kuruvilla's office.
Does Dr. Kuruvilla accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuruvilla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 757-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kuruvilla accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Kuruvilla 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)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
State of Texas
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kuruvilla's office located?
Dr. Anju Kuruvilla's Primary Practice
1401 St Joseph Pkwy
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 757-1000
What is Dr. Kuruvilla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kuruvilla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548476997.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuruvilla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kuruvilla
What is Dr. Anju Kuruvilla's specialty?
Dr. Kuruvilla 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. Kuruvilla to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Anju Kuruvilla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kuruvilla is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Anju Kuruvilla accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Anju Kuruvilla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anju Kuruvilla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kuruvilla's office at (713) 757-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anju Kuruvilla?
Please contact Dr. Kuruvilla's office at (713) 757-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Anju Kuruvilla have?
Dr. Anju Kuruvilla is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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