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Who is Dr. Rauf, Infectious Disease Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Shariq Rauf, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rauf completed his residency at Ny Hosp Med Ctr Of Queens, Infectious Diseases Metropolitan Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Rauf is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rauf’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rauf’s office at (281) 428-4024.
Where did Dr. Rauf go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Hosp Med Ctr Of Queens, Infectious Diseases Metropolitan Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Rawalpindi Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Rawalpindi- Pakistan
What languages does Dr. Rauf speak?
Dr. Rauf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Rauf typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Rauf 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. Rauf. 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:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Kidney Infection
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
- Pyelonephritis
- Acute Kidney Infection
- Renal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
- N10: Acute pyelonephritis
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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Rauf typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Rauf 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. Rauf. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Rauf accept my insurance?
Dr. Rauf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 428-4024 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rauf accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Rauf 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
Humana
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rauf's office located?
Dr. Shariq Rauf's Primary Practice
1311 W Sam Houston Pkwy N Ste 100
Houston, TX 77043
(281) 428-4024
What is Dr. Rauf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rauf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528019023.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rauf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rauf
What is Dr. Shariq Rauf's specialty?
Dr. Rauf 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. Shariq Rauf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rauf is affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Southeast, Woman's Hospital Of Texas, Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, Houston Methodist 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shariq Rauf accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Shariq Rauf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shariq Rauf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rauf's office at (281) 428-4024 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shariq Rauf?
Please contact Dr. Rauf's office at (281) 428-4024 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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