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Dr. Benjamin Agana, MD

Dr. Benjamin Agana, MD

Physiatrist

Houston, TX

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Agana, Physiatrist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Benjamin Agana, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Agana graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine Program. Dr. Agana is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Agana’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Agana’s office at (281) 419-3366.

    Where did Dr. Agana go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Baylor College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center

    What languages does Dr. Agana speak?

    Dr. Agana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Agana typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Agana 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. Agana. 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:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myopathy
    • Muscle Disease
    • Muscle Weakness Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7289: Other specified myopathies

    Also known as:

    • Critical Illness Myopathy
    • Muscle Disorder
    • ICU-acquired weakness
    • Critical care myopathy
    • Muscle weakness after severe illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7281: Critical illness myopathy

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Agana typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Agana performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Agana. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Agana accept my insurance?

    Dr. Agana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 419-3366 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Agana accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Agana in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Globe Life

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Integranet Health

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Agana's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Agana's Primary Practice

    17270 Red Oak Dr Ste 180

    Houston, TX 77090

    (281) 419-3366

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    Dr. Benjamin Agana's Practice 2

    9200 Pinecroft Dr Ste 360

    Shenandoah, TX 77380

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    Dr. Benjamin Agana's Practice 3

    8215 Cypresswood Dr

    Spring, TX 77379

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    What hospitals are Dr. Agana affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Agana has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital,Houston, TX
    Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital,Houston, TX

    What is Dr. Agana's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Agana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063455111.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Agana?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Agana

    What is Dr. Benjamin Agana's specialty?

    Dr. Agana is a Physiatrist near Houston, TX.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Benjamin Agana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Agana is affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Oakbend Medical Center 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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 Dr. Benjamin Agana accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Agana is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Agana offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Agana's office at (281) 419-3366 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Agana?

    Please contact Dr. Agana's office at (281) 419-3366 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Agana's office located?

    Dr. Agana's offices are located in Houston, TX, Shenandoah, TX, and Spring, TX.