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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Asar, Family Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Firdous Asar, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Asar is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asar’s office at (301) 843-0222.
Is Dr. Asar board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Firdous Asar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Asar speak?
Dr. Asar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Asar treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Asar 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. Asar. 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.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- HIV Screening Test
- HIV Test
- AIDS Test
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z114: Encounter for screening for human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Urine Findings
- Urine and Urination
- Unusual urine test results
- Various abnormal urine findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R82998: Other abnormal findings in urine
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- Other Metabolic Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Rare Metabolic Disease Screening
- Uncommon Metabolic Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13228: Encounter for screening for other metabolic disorders
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Asar perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Firdous Asar may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Asar's office.
Does Dr. Asar accept my insurance?
Dr. Asar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 843-0222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Asar accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Asar 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Community Health Plan
KelseyCare Advantage
Marpai Health
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Asar's office located?
Dr. Firdous Asar's Primary Practice
5820 E Sam Houston Pkwy N
Houston, TX 77049
(301) 843-0222
What is Dr. Asar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Asar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053591032.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asar
What is Dr. Firdous Asar's specialty?
Dr. Asar is a Family Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Asar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Firdous Asar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Asar is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Firdous Asar accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Firdous Asar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Firdous Asar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Asar's office at (301) 843-0222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Firdous Asar?
Please contact Dr. Asar's office at (301) 843-0222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Firdous Asar have?
Dr. Firdous Asar is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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