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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Torres, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Philipp Torres, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Torres is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Torres’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torres’s office at (281) 784-1500.
Is Dr. Torres board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Philipp Torres, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Torres speak?
Dr. Torres and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Torres typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Torres 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. Torres. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Torres typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Philipp Torres 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. Torres' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Torres accept my insurance?
Dr. Torres accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 784-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Torres accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Torres in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Torres' office located?
Dr. Philipp Torres' Primary Practice
211 Highland Cross Dr Ste 275
Houston, TX 77073
(281) 784-1500
What hospitals are Dr. Torres affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Torres has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Piedmont Athens Regional,Athens, GA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Piedmont Athens Regional,Athens, GA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Piedmont Eastside Medical Center,Snellville, GA
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Piedmont Eastside Medical Center,Snellville, GA
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Piedmont Eastside Medical Center,Snellville, GA
Piedmont Eastside Medical Center,Snellville, GA
Piedmont Walton Hospital,Monroe, GARanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked Hysterectomy
Piedmont Walton Hospital,Monroe, GA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked Hysterectomy
Piedmont Rockdale Hospital,Conyers, GARanked Hysterectomy
Piedmont Rockdale Hospital,Conyers, GA
Ranked Hysterectomy
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital,Atlanta, GARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 7 Procedures
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 7 Procedures
What is Dr. Torres's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Torres's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609066786.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torres?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Torres
What is Dr. Philipp Torres's specialty?
Dr. Torres is an 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 Dr. Philipp Torres affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Torres is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Piedmont Rockdale Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital 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 Dr. Philipp Torres accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Philipp Torres is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Philipp Torres offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Torres' office at (281) 784-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Philipp Torres?
Please contact Dr. Torres' office at (281) 784-1500 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Torres' office located?
Dr. Torres' office is located in Houston, TX.
Which board certifications does Dr. Philipp Torres have?
Dr. Philipp Torres is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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