Dr. Rene Amaya, MD
Houston, TX
24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Amaya, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Rene Amaya, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Amaya graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatric Infectious Diseases; Phoenix Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Amaya is fluent in English, Japanese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amaya’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amaya’s office at (713) 464-9776.
Where did Dr. Amaya go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatric Infectious Diseases; Phoenix Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics | Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Amaya board certified in Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rene Amaya, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Amaya speak?
Dr. Amaya and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Amaya treat?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Amaya 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. Amaya. 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:
- Kidney Infection
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
- Pyelonephritis
- Acute Kidney Infection
- Renal Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N10: Acute pyelonephritis
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Incontinence-Associated Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Diaper Rash (Adult)
- Perineal Dermatitis
- Moisture-Associated Skin Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- L24A2: Irritant contact dermatitis due to fecal, urinary or dual incontinence
Also known as:
- Open Abdominal Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stomach Wound
- Abdominal Skin Tear
- Trunk Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S31109A: Unspecified open wound of abdominal wall, unspecified quadrant without penetration into peritoneal cavity, initial encounter
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tracheitis
- Tracheal Disorder
- Windpipe Inflammation
- Tracheal Infection
- Bronchial Tube Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0410: Acute tracheitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Open Wound on Upper Arm
- Open Wound on Buttock
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Wounds and Injuries
- Cut on Upper Arm
- Gash on Upper Arm
- Arm Injury
- Buttock injury
- Cut on buttock
- Skin tear on buttock
ICD-10 Codes:
- S41101A: Unspecified open wound of right upper arm, initial encounter
- S31809A: Unspecified open wound of unspecified buttock, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- External Surgical Wound Opening
- Wounds and Injuries
- External wound dehiscence
- Surgical incision separation
- Outer wound rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Cytomegalovirus Infection
- CMV Infection
- Cytomegalovirus Disease
- Human Herpesvirus 5 Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B258: Other cytomegaloviral diseases
Also known as:
- Bacterial Meningitis
- Meningitis
- Spinal Meningitis
- Brain Infection
- Bacterial Brain Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- G009: Bacterial meningitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Congenital Syphilis
- Syphilis
- Infant Syphilis
- Syphilis in Newborns
- Syphilis Passed from Mother to Baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- A509: Congenital syphilis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Open Abdominal Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Abdominal Wall Cut
- Stomach Area Wound
- Abdominal Skin Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S31109D: Unspecified open wound of abdominal wall, unspecified quadrant without penetration into peritoneal cavity, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Amaya perform as a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rene Amaya may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Amaya's office.
Does Dr. Amaya accept my insurance?
Dr. Amaya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 464-9776 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Amaya accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Amaya 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
Centene
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Molina
State of Texas
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Amaya's office located?
Dr. Rene Amaya's Primary Practice
1140 Business Center Dr Ste 300
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 464-9776
What is Dr. Amaya's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Amaya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134125370.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amaya?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Amaya
What is Dr. Rene Amaya's specialty?
Dr. Amaya is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near Houston, TX. A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments. Contact Dr. Amaya to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rene Amaya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Amaya is affiliated with Woman's Hospital Of Texas, Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake, St. Joseph Medical Center - Houston, Tx, Memorial Hermann Greater Heights 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 Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
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Is Rene Amaya accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Rene Amaya is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rene Amaya offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Amaya's office at (713) 464-9776 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rene Amaya?
Please contact Dr. Amaya's office at (713) 464-9776 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rene Amaya have?
Dr. Rene Amaya is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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