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Dr. Anissa August, MD

Dr. Anissa August, MD

Decatur, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. August, Pediatrician in Decatur, TX?

    Dr. Anissa August, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Decatur, TX. She is board certified. Dr. August graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed her residency at Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Pediatrics. Dr. August is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. August’s office at (940) 626-8044.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Pediatrics | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

    Is Dr. August board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Anissa August, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. August speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. August typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. August 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. August. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Viral Infection
    • Viral Infection
    • Uncommon Viral Diseases
    • Rare Viral Infections
    • Miscellaneous Viral Illnesses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B338: Other specified viral diseases

    Also known as:

    • Autism Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
    • ASD Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
    • Early Autism Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1341: Encounter for autism screening

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. August typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. August 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. August. 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

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. August accept my insurance?

    Dr. August accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (940) 626-8044 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. August accept in Decatur, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Cook Children's

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Sana Benefits

    • State of Texas

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. August's office located?

    Dr. Anissa August's Primary Practice

    2401 S FM 51 Ste 100

    Decatur, TX 76234

    (940) 626-8044

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    What hospitals are Dr. August affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. August has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Cook Childrens Medical Center,Fort Worth, TX
    Cook Childrens Medical Center,Prosper, TX
    Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth,Fort Worth, TX

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

    Dr. August's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881630929.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. August?

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

    What is Dr. Anissa August's specialty?

    Dr. August is a Pediatrician near Decatur, TX.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Anissa August affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. August is affiliated with Medical City Decatur, Texas Health Denton, Medical City Denton 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Anissa August accepting new patients in Decatur, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Anissa August is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anissa August offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. August's office at (940) 626-8044 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Anissa August?

    Please contact Dr. August's office at (940) 626-8044 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. August's office located?

    Dr. August's office is located in Decatur, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Anissa August have?

    Dr. Anissa August is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.