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Who is Dr. Albuquerque, Rheumatologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Sheila Albuquerque, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Albuquerque is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Albuquerque’s office at (713) 442-1700.
What languages does Dr. Albuquerque speak?
Dr. Albuquerque and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Albuquerque typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Albuquerque 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. Albuquerque. 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Albuquerque typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sheila Albuquerque may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Albuquerque's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Albuquerque accept my insurance?
Dr. Albuquerque accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 442-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Albuquerque accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Albuquerque in Houston, 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
AmeriBen
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
US Health Group
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Where is Dr. Albuquerque's office located?
Dr. Sheila Albuquerque's Primary Practice
15655 Cypress Wood Medical Dr Ste 100
Houston, TX 77014
(713) 442-1700
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sheila Albuquerque?
Dr. Albuquerque has appointments available at her Houston, TX office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Albuquerque's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Albuquerque's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447286281.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Albuquerque?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Albuquerque
What is Dr. Sheila Albuquerque's specialty?
Dr. Albuquerque is a Rheumatologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Sheila Albuquerque affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Albuquerque is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. 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 Sheila Albuquerque accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Sheila Albuquerque is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sheila Albuquerque offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Albuquerque, or call (713) 442-1700 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Sheila Albuquerque?
Please contact Dr. Albuquerque's office at (713) 442-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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