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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ram, Endocrinologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Nalini Ram, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Ram is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ram’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ram’s office at (713) 526-4243.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ram?
Dr. Nalini Ram, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Endocrinologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ram empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetes, Metabolic Bone Disorders, Metabolic Syndrome, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houston/TX community, Dr. Ram is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Ram speak?
Dr. Ram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ram treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Ram 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. Ram. 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:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
- Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
- Pregnancy Management for Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
- O0993: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, third trimester
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Unspecified High-Risk Pregnancy Supervision
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- General high-risk pregnancy monitoring
- Managing unspecified high-risk pregnancy
- High-risk pregnancy care (general)
- Monitoring for unknown pregnancy risks
ICD-10 Codes:
- O0992: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, second trimester
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
What procedures does Dr. Ram perform?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Ram 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. Ram. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Ram accept my insurance?
Dr. Ram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 526-4243 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ram accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ram 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
California Foundation for Medical Care
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ram's office located?
What is Dr. Ram's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265485064.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ram?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ram
What is Dr. Nalini Ram's specialty?
Dr. Ram is a Endocrinologist near Houston, TX. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Ram to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nalini Ram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ram is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ben Taub Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Nalini Ram accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Nalini Ram is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nalini Ram offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ram's office at (713) 526-4243 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nalini Ram?
Please contact Dr. Ram's office at (713) 526-4243 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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