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Dr. Joshua Septimus, MD

Dr. Joshua Septimus, MD

Sugar Land, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Septimus, Internist in Sugar Land, TX?

    Dr. Joshua Septimus, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Sugar Land, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Septimus completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Septimus is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Septimus’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Septimus’s office at (713) 363-7460.

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

    • Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine | Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals

    Is Dr. Septimus board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Septimus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Septimus speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Septimus treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Septimus 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. Septimus. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    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:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • NPH
    • Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus

    Which procedures does Dr. Septimus perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joshua Septimus may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Septimus' office.

    Does Dr. Septimus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Septimus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 363-7460 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Septimus accept in Sugar Land, TX?

    Dr. Septimus in Sugar Land, 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)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Septimus' office located?

    Dr. Joshua Septimus' Primary Practice

    16605 Southwest Fwy

    Sugar Land, TX 77479

    (713) 363-7460

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    150 Methodist Pulm And Sleep Med Spec

    4780 Sweetwater Blvd

    Sugar Land, TX 77479

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    Dr. Joshua Septimus' Practice 3

    2060 Space Park Dr Ste 302

    Houston, TX 77058

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Texas Rising Stars

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

    Dr. Septimus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346245826.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Septimus?

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

    What is Dr. Joshua Septimus's specialty?

    Dr. Septimus is a Internist near Sugar Land, TX.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Septimus to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joshua Septimus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Septimus is affiliated with Houston Physicians' Hospital, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Joshua Septimus accepting new patients in Sugar Land, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Septimus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joshua Septimus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Septimus's office at (713) 363-7460 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joshua Septimus?

    Please contact Dr. Septimus's office at (713) 363-7460 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Septimus have?

    Dr. Joshua Septimus is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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