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Dr. Abana Azariah, MD

Physiatrist

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Azariah, Physiatrist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Abana Azariah, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Azariah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Azariah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azariah’s office at (413) 979-5991.

    What languages does Dr. Azariah speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Azariah typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Azariah 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. Azariah. 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:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Quadriplegia
    • Paralysis
    • Tetraplegia
    • Four limb paralysis
    • Complete paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Communication Problems from Brain Issues
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Cognitive-linguistic disorder
    • Trouble speaking after brain injury
    • Difficulty understanding language

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R41841: Cognitive communication deficit

    Also known as:

    • Aphasia
    • Difficulty speaking
    • Language impairment
    • Loss of speech

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4701: Aphasia

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • TBI
    • Head injury
    • Brain trauma
    • Concussion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S062X5D: Diffuse traumatic brain injury with loss of consciousness greater than 24 hours with return to pre-existing conscious levels, subsequent encounter

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Azariah typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Azariah 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. Azariah. 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. Azariah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Azariah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 979-5991 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Azariah accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Azariah 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Azariah's office located?

    Memorial Hermann Tirr

    1333 Moursund St

    Houston, TX 77030

    (413) 979-5991

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

    Dr. Azariah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063822880.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azariah?

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

    What is Dr. Abana Azariah's specialty?

    Dr. Azariah is a Physiatrist near Houston, TX.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Abana Azariah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Azariah is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Abana Azariah accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Abana Azariah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Abana Azariah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Azariah's office at (413) 979-5991 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Abana Azariah?

    Please contact Dr. Azariah's office at (413) 979-5991 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Azariah's office located?

    Dr. Azariah's office is located in Houston, TX.