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17 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Houston, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Robert Houston, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Virginia Beach, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Houston completed his residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology. Dr. Houston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Houston’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Houston’s office at (757) 363-6167.
Where did Dr. Houston go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology
Is Dr. Houston board certified as an Addiction Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Houston, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Houston speak?
Dr. Houston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Houston typically treat?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Houston 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. Houston. 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:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioid Use Disorder in Remission
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
- Recovering from Opioid Use Disorder
- Opioid Addiction in Recovery
- Past Opioid Dependence
- Opioid Abuse in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
- F1121: Opioid dependence, in remission
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
What procedures does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Houston typically perform?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Houston may include:
Please contact Dr. Houston's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Houston accept my insurance?
Dr. Houston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 363-6167 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Houston accept in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Houston in Virginia Beach, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Houston's office located?
Dr. Robert Houston's Primary Practice
4701 Columbus St Ste 100
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
(757) 363-6167
What is Dr. Houston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Houston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972558674.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Houston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Houston
What is Dr. Robert Houston's specialty?
Dr. Houston is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near Virginia Beach, VA.
What does an Addiction Medicine Specialist do?
An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions.
Is this Dr. Robert Houston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Houston is affiliated with Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Careplex 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 Addiction Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Addiction Medicine 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 Robert Houston accepting new patients in Virginia Beach, VA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Houston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Houston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Houston's office at (757) 363-6167 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Houston?
Please contact Dr. Houston's office at (757) 363-6167 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Houston have?
Dr. Robert Houston is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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