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Dr. Karina Ramirez, MD
Houston, TX
16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ramirez, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Karina Ramirez, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Ramirez completed her residency at Loyola University Med Center. Dr. Ramirez is fluent in English, Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramirez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramirez’s office at (713) 441-0006.
Where did Dr. Ramirez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loyola University Med Center
Is Dr. Ramirez board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Karina Ramirez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ramirez speak?
Dr. Ramirez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Ramirez typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Ramirez 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. Ramirez. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Ramirez typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Karina Ramirez may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ramirez accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramirez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 441-0006 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramirez accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ramirez in Houston, 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)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ramirez's office located?
Dr. Karina Ramirez's Primary Practice
7575 San Felipe St Ste 155
Houston, TX 77063
(713) 441-0006
What hospitals are Dr. Ramirez affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Ramirez has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Ramirez's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramirez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194920777.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramirez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramirez
What is Dr. Karina Ramirez's specialty?
Dr. Ramirez is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Houston, TX.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is Dr. Karina Ramirez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramirez is affiliated with Houston Methodist West 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Karina Ramirez accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Karina Ramirez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karina Ramirez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office at (713) 441-0006 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karina Ramirez?
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office at (713) 441-0006 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Ramirez's office located?
Dr. Ramirez's offices are located in Houston, TX and Sugar Land, TX.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karina Ramirez have?
Dr. Karina Ramirez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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