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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fukuta, Infectious Disease Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Yuriko Fukuta, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fukuta is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fukuta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fukuta’s office at (304) 234-1919.
What languages does Dr. Fukuta speak?
Dr. Fukuta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Fukuta typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Fukuta 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. Fukuta. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Fukuta typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Yuriko Fukuta may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Fukuta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fukuta accept my insurance?
Dr. Fukuta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 234-1919 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fukuta accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Fukuta 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
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
HealthRight Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fukuta's office located?
Dr. Yuriko Fukuta's Primary Practice
7200 Cambridge St Ste 8B
Houston, TX 77030
(304) 234-1919
What is Dr. Fukuta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fukuta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871789594.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fukuta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fukuta
What is Dr. Yuriko Fukuta's specialty?
Dr. Fukuta is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Yuriko Fukuta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fukuta is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Yuriko Fukuta accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Yuriko Fukuta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yuriko Fukuta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fukuta's office at (304) 234-1919 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yuriko Fukuta?
Please contact Dr. Fukuta's office at (304) 234-1919 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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