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Dr. Joseph Allen, MD
Houston, TX
21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Allen, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Joseph Allen, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Allen completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatric Emergency Medicine-Pediatrics; McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Pediatrics. Dr. Allen is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Allen’s office at (832) 824-2271.
Where did Dr. Allen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatric Emergency Medicine-Pediatrics; McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Pediatrics
Is Dr. Allen board certified as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Allen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Allen speak?
Dr. Allen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Allen typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Allen 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. Allen. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Allen typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Allen may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Allen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Allen accept my insurance?
Dr. Allen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 824-2271 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Allen accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Allen 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)
Healthfirst New York
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Allen's office located?
What is Dr. Allen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Allen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740286517.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Allen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Allen
What is Dr. Joseph Allen's specialty?
Dr. Allen is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Is this Dr. Joseph Allen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Allen is affiliated with St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands 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
When to see a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Allen accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Allen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Allen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Allen's office at (832) 824-2271 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Allen?
Please contact Dr. Allen's office at (832) 824-2271 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Allen have?
Dr. Joseph Allen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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