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Dr. Pulin Kothari, MD

Dr. Pulin Kothari, MD

Houston, TX

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kothari, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Pulin Kothari, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Kothari completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Kothari is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kothari’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kothari’s office at (281) 477-7100.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx

    Is Dr. Kothari board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Pulin Kothari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Kothari speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kothari treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Kothari 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. Kothari. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

    • Other Placental Disorder
    • Placental Infarction
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Unspecified placenta problems
    • Various placenta conditions
    • General placenta issues
    • Placenta blood clot
    • Placental tissue death
    • Placenta stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O43893: Other placental disorders, third trimester
    • O43813: Placental infarction, third trimester

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery
    • C-section
    • Surgical Birth
    • Cesarean Section

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
    • O82: Encounter for cesarean delivery without indication

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Gallbladder attack with stones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction

    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:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Myoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gangrene
    • Tissue Death
    • Necrosis
    • Dead Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Missed Miscarriage
    • Miscarriage
    • Silent miscarriage
    • Delayed miscarriage
    • Missed abortion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O021: Missed abortion

    Also known as:

    • Amniotic Sac Infection
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Chorioamnionitis
    • Intra-amniotic Infection
    • Infection of Fetal Membranes
    • Amnionitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O411230: Chorioamnionitis, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Preterm Labor
    • Premature Labor
    • Early Labor
    • Threatened Preterm Labor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O6014X0: Preterm labor third trimester with preterm delivery third trimester, not applicable or unspecified

    Does Dr. Kothari accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kothari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 477-7100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Kothari 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kothari's office located?

    Dr. Pulin Kothari's Primary Practice

    18220 State Highway 249

    Houston, TX 77070

    (281) 477-7100

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    Dr. Pulin Kothari's Practice 2

    6565 Fannin St

    Houston, TX 77030

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    Dr. Pulin Kothari's Practice 3

    701 S Fry Rd

    Katy, TX 77450

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

    Dr. Kothari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730184136.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kothari?

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

    What is Dr. Pulin Kothari's specialty?

    Dr. Kothari is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Houston, TX. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Kothari to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Pulin Kothari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kothari is affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook 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

    Where can I learn more about Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Explore Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist with 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 Pulin Kothari accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Pulin Kothari is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Pulin Kothari offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kothari's office at (281) 477-7100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Pulin Kothari?

    Please contact Dr. Kothari's office at (281) 477-7100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Pulin Kothari have?

    Dr. Pulin Kothari is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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