Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Navarro, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Fernando Navarro, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Navarro graduated from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogot· Facultad de Medicina and completed his residency at University of IL at Chicago College of Medicine. Dr. Navarro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Navarro’s office at (713) 497-0000.
Where did Dr. Navarro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Chicago Hospitals
Residency: University of IL at Chicago College of Medicine
Medical School: Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogot· Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Navarro board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Navarro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Navarro speak?
Dr. Navarro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Navarro typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Navarro 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. Navarro. 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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Anorexia
- Eating Disorder
- Loss of appetite
- Lack of desire to eat
- Eating disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R630: Anorexia
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Navarro typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Navarro 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. Navarro. 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Navarro accept my insurance?
Dr. Navarro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 497-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Navarro accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Navarro in Houston, 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)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Navarro's office located?
Dr. Fernando Navarro's Primary Practice
6410 Fannin St Ste 500
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 497-0000
What is Dr. Navarro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Navarro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669400875.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Navarro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Navarro
What is Dr. Fernando Navarro's specialty?
Dr. Navarro is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.
Is this Dr. Fernando Navarro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Navarro is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Katy 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
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Is Fernando Navarro accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Navarro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fernando Navarro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Navarro's office at (713) 497-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fernando Navarro?
Please contact Dr. Navarro's office at (713) 497-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fernando Navarro have?
Dr. Fernando Navarro is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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