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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cole, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pasadena, TX?
Dr. Richard Cole, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Cole is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cole’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cole’s office at (281) 483-7999.
Where did Dr. Cole go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cole speak?
Dr. Cole and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cole typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cole 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. Cole. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Novel Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cole typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Cole may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Cole's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cole accept my insurance?
Dr. Cole accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 483-7999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cole accept in Pasadena, TX?
Dr. Cole in Pasadena, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
State of Texas
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cole's office located?
Dr. Richard Cole's Primary Practice
4500 E Sam Houston Pkwy S
Pasadena, TX 77505
(281) 483-7999
What is Dr. Cole's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cole's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124068416.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cole?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cole
What is Dr. Richard Cole's specialty?
Dr. Cole is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pasadena, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Richard Cole affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cole is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Houston Physicians' 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Cole accepting new patients in Pasadena, TX?
Yes, Dr. Richard Cole is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Cole offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cole's office at (281) 483-7999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Cole?
Please contact Dr. Cole's office at (281) 483-7999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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