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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in College Station, TX?
Dr. Heather Patton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in College Station, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Patton completed her residency at Riverside Family Practice. Dr. Patton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patton’s office at (936) 291-3411.
Where did Dr. Patton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Riverside Family Practice
Medical School: St George',s University
What languages does Dr. Patton speak?
Dr. Patton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Patton typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Patton 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. Patton. 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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
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:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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. Patton typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Patton 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. Patton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Patton accept my insurance?
Dr. Patton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (936) 291-3411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patton accept in College Station, TX?
Dr. Patton in College Station, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Texas
Texas Children's Hospital
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Patton's office located?
Dr. Heather Patton's Primary Practice
700 Scott and White Dr
College Station, TX 77845
(936) 291-3411
What is Dr. Patton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Patton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255533410.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Patton
What is Dr. Heather Patton's specialty?
Dr. Patton is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near College Station, 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. Heather Patton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patton is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - College Station, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe 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 Heather Patton accepting new patients in College Station, TX?
Yes, Dr. Heather Patton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Patton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patton's office at (936) 291-3411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Patton?
Please contact Dr. Patton's office at (936) 291-3411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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