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Dr. Katherine Guess, MD
Houston, TX
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Guess, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Katherine Guess, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Guess is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guess’s office at (832) 824-6309.
What languages does Dr. Guess speak?
Dr. Guess and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Guess typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Guess 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. Guess. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Fever Seizures in Children
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
- Febrile seizures
- Fever fits
- Childhood fever seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
- R5600: Simple febrile convulsions
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Guess typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Guess 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. Guess' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Guess accept my insurance?
Dr. Guess accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 824-6309 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Guess accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Guess in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Guess' office located?
Dr. Katherine Guess' Primary Practice
6621 Fannin St Ste A210
Houston, TX 77030
(832) 824-6309
What is Dr. Guess's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Guess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871971440.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guess?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Guess
What is Dr. Katherine Guess's specialty?
Dr. Guess is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Is this Dr. Katherine Guess affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Guess is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Texas Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Katherine Guess accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Guess is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Guess offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Guess's office at (832) 824-6309 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katherine Guess?
Please contact Dr. Guess's office at (832) 824-6309 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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