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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Risen, Pediatrician in Houston, TX?
Dr. Sarah Risen, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Risen graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. Risen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Risen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Risen’s office at (832) 822-5046.
Where did Dr. Risen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Risen speak?
Dr. Risen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Risen typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Risen 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. Risen. 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:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury with Unknown Loss of Consciousness
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Head Injury with Unclear Fainting
- Brain Trauma with Undetermined LOC
- Unspecified Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S069XAD: Unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness status unknown, subsequent encounter
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
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:
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Risen typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Risen 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. Risen. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Risen accept my insurance?
Dr. Risen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 822-5046 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Risen accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Risen in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
State of Louisiana
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Where is Dr. Risen's office located?
What is Dr. Risen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Risen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558562173.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Risen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Risen
What is Dr. Sarah Risen's specialty?
Dr. Risen is a Pediatrician near Houston, TX.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Sarah Risen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Risen is affiliated with Houston Physicians' Hospital 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sarah Risen accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Risen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarah Risen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Risen's office at (832) 822-5046 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarah Risen?
Please contact Dr. Risen's office at (832) 822-5046 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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