20 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Makanbhai, Anesthesiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Hetendra Makanbhai, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Makanbhai is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Makanbhai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Makanbhai’s office at (972) 715-5000.
Where did Dr. Makanbhai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of The West Indies (Jamaica)
Is Dr. Makanbhai board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Hetendra Makanbhai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Makanbhai speak?
Dr. Makanbhai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Makanbhai typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Makanbhai 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. Makanbhai. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Makanbhai typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Makanbhai 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. Makanbhai. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Makanbhai accept my insurance?
Dr. Makanbhai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 715-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Makanbhai accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Makanbhai 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Makanbhai's office located?
Dr. Hetendra Makanbhai's Primary Practice
2411 Fountain View Dr Ste 200
Houston, TX 77057
(972) 715-5000
What is Dr. Makanbhai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Makanbhai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275556235.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Makanbhai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Makanbhai
What is Dr. Hetendra Makanbhai's specialty?
Dr. Makanbhai is a Anesthesiologist near Houston, TX.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Hetendra Makanbhai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Makanbhai is affiliated with Methodist Dallas Medical Center, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Trophy Club, Methodist Hospital For Surgery 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 Hetendra Makanbhai accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Hetendra Makanbhai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hetendra Makanbhai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Makanbhai's office at (972) 715-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hetendra Makanbhai?
Please contact Dr. Makanbhai's office at (972) 715-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hetendra Makanbhai have?
Dr. Hetendra Makanbhai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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