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Who is Dr. Joseph, Pediatric Nephrologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Catherine Joseph, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Joseph is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Joseph’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Joseph’s office at (832) 824-3800.
Is Dr. Joseph board certified as a Pediatric Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Joseph, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Joseph speak?
Dr. Joseph and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Joseph typically treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Joseph 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. Joseph. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Nephrotic Syndrome
- Kidney Disease
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Adults
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Children
- Kidney Protein Loss Syndrome
- Proteinuria Syndrome
- Nephrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N049: Nephrotic syndrome with unspecified morphologic changes
What procedures does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Joseph typically perform?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Catherine Joseph may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Joseph's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Joseph accept my insurance?
Dr. Joseph accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 824-3800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Joseph accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Joseph in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Texas
Texas Children's Hospital
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Joseph's office located?
What is Dr. Joseph's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Joseph's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417157215.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Joseph?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Joseph
What is Dr. Catherine Joseph's specialty?
Dr. Joseph is a Pediatric Nephrologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Pediatric Nephrologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy.
Is this Dr. Catherine Joseph affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Joseph is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Texas Childrens Hospital, Matagorda Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatric Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Catherine Joseph accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Joseph is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Catherine Joseph offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Joseph's office at (832) 824-3800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Catherine Joseph?
Please contact Dr. Joseph's office at (832) 824-3800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Catherine Joseph have?
Dr. Catherine Joseph is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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