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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Beckford, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Tamara Beckford, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Beckford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Beckford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Beckford’s office at (215) 955-9837.
Is Dr. Beckford board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Tamara Beckford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Beckford speak?
Dr. Beckford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Beckford typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Beckford 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. Beckford. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Precordial pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R072: Precordial pain
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Threatened Miscarriage
- Miscarriage
- Threatened Spontaneous Abortion
- Signs of Miscarriage
- Early Pregnancy Bleeding with Risk of Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- O200: Threatened abortion
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:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Beckford typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Tamara Beckford 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. Beckford's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Beckford accept my insurance?
Dr. Beckford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-9837 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Beckford accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Beckford 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Beckford's office located?
What is Dr. Beckford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Beckford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578761243.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Beckford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Beckford
What is Dr. Tamara Beckford's specialty?
Dr. Beckford is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Houston, 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. Tamara Beckford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Beckford is affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital, Valley Regional Medical Center, Doctors Hospital Of Laredo 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 Tamara Beckford accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Tamara Beckford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tamara Beckford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Beckford's office at (215) 955-9837 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tamara Beckford?
Please contact Dr. Beckford's office at (215) 955-9837 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tamara Beckford have?
Dr. Tamara Beckford is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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