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Dr. Richa Gupta, MD

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gupta, Internist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Richa Gupta, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. She is board certified. Dr. Gupta graduated from Assam Medical College and completed her residency at Robt Packer Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gupta is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gupta’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gupta’s office.

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

    • Residency: Robt Packer Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Assam Med Coll- Dibrugarh Univ- Dibrugarh- Assam- India | Assam Medical College

    Is Dr. Gupta board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Richa Gupta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gupta speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gupta typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Gupta 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. Gupta. 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:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gupta typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richa Gupta may include:

    Please contact Dr. Gupta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Gupta accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gupta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Gupta 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

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gupta's office located?

    Michael E Debakey Va Medical Center

    2002 Holcombe Blvd

    Houston, TX 77030

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

    Dr. Gupta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518973882.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gupta?

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

    What is Dr. Richa Gupta's specialty?

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is Dr. Richa Gupta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gupta is affiliated with Elliot Hospital, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Mid Coast Hospital, The Medical Center At Bowling Green, Dhr Health, West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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. Richa Gupta accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Richa Gupta is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richa Gupta offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gupta's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richa Gupta?

    Please contact Dr. Gupta's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gupta's office located?

    Dr. Gupta's office is located in Houston, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richa Gupta have?

    Dr. Richa Gupta is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.