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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schmitt, Neurosurgeon in Houston, TX?
Dr. Karl Schmitt, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Schmitt is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schmitt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schmitt’s office at (713) 486-8000.
What languages does Dr. Schmitt speak?
Dr. Schmitt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Schmitt typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Schmitt 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. Schmitt. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Does Dr. Schmitt accept my insurance?
Dr. Schmitt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 486-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schmitt accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Schmitt in Houston, TX 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)
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schmitt's office located?
Dr. Karl Schmitt's Primary Practice
6400 Fannin St Ste 2800
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 486-8000
What is Dr. Schmitt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schmitt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902845100.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schmitt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schmitt
What is Dr. Karl Schmitt's specialty?
Dr. Schmitt is a Neurosurgeon near Houston, TX.
What does a Neurosurgeon do?
A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.
Is this Dr. Karl Schmitt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schmitt is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth 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
When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karl Schmitt accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Karl Schmitt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karl Schmitt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schmitt's office at (713) 486-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karl Schmitt?
Please contact Dr. Schmitt's office at (713) 486-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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