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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kussman, Infectious Disease Specialist in Bryan, TX?
Dr. Howard Kussman, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Bryan, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years. Dr. Kussman graduated from University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Infectious Diseases; Danbury Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kussman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kussman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kussman’s office at (979) 690-5816.
Where did Dr. Kussman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Infectious Diseases; Danbury Hosp, Internal Medicine | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University Of The Witwatersrand- Med Sch- Johannesburg- So Africa | University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences | University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences
What languages does Dr. Kussman speak?
Dr. Kussman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Kussman typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Kussman 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. Kussman. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Kussman typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Howard Kussman may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Kussman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kussman accept my insurance?
Dr. Kussman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (979) 690-5816 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kussman accept in Bryan, TX?
Dr. Kussman in Bryan, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kussman's office located?
Dr. Howard Kussman's Primary Practice
2700 E 29th St Ste 260
Bryan, TX 77802
(979) 690-5816
What is Dr. Kussman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kussman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447293287.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kussman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kussman
What is Dr. Howard Kussman's specialty?
Dr. Kussman is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Bryan, TX.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Howard Kussman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kussman is affiliated with Danbury Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Howard Kussman accepting new patients in Bryan, TX?
Yes, Dr. Howard Kussman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Kussman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kussman's office at (979) 690-5816 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Kussman?
Please contact Dr. Kussman's office at (979) 690-5816 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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