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Who is Dr. Hertel, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Paula Hertel, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Hertel graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed her residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Hertel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hertel’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hertel’s office at (832) 822-3131.
Where did Dr. Hertel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatrics | Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Minnesota Med School
Is Dr. Hertel board certified in Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Paula Hertel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Hertel speak?
Dr. Hertel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hertel treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Hertel 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. Hertel. 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:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Chronic liver congestion
- Other specified liver Disease
- Portal hypertension
- Enlarged Liver
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- High Blood Pressure
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
- Congestive hepatopathy
- Nutmeg liver
- Liver blood flow issues
- Uncommon liver conditions
- Rare liver diseases
- Specific liver disorders
- High blood pressure in the portal vein
- Liver portal pressure
- Elevated portal venous pressure
- Hepatomegaly
- Swollen liver
- Liver enlargement
- Hepatic illness
- Liver condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
- K761: Chronic passive congestion of liver
- K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
- K766: Portal hypertension
- R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified
- K769: Liver disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bilirubin Metabolism Disorder
- Metabolic Disorder
- Dubin-Johnson syndrome
- Dubin-Johnson syndrome', 'Gilbert's syndrome
- Jaundice cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- E806: Other disorders of bilirubin metabolism
Also known as:
- High Liver Enzymes
- ALT Blood Test
- AST Test
- Elevated ALT
- Elevated AST
- Abnormal liver function test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels
Also known as:
- Underweight Child (BMI below 5th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Low BMI for child
- Child underweight
- Pediatric low weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6851: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, less than 5th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
Which procedures does Dr. Hertel perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Paula Hertel may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hertel's office.
Does Dr. Hertel accept my insurance?
Dr. Hertel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 822-3131 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hertel accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Hertel in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hertel's office located?
What is Dr. Hertel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hertel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760421184.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hertel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hertel
What is Dr. Paula Hertel's specialty?
Dr. Hertel is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Houston, TX. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Hertel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paula Hertel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hertel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Paula Hertel accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Paula Hertel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paula Hertel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hertel's office at (832) 822-3131 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paula Hertel?
Please contact Dr. Hertel's office at (832) 822-3131 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paula Hertel have?
Dr. Paula Hertel is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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