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Dr. Walter Ohara, MD

Thoracic Surgeon

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ohara, Thoracic Surgeon in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Walter Ohara, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ohara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ohara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ohara’s office at (713) 441-5200.

    What languages does Dr. Ohara speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Ohara typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Ohara 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. Ohara. 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:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG
    • Heart Bypass Graft
    • Bypass Surgery Graft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Ohara typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Ohara may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ohara accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ohara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 441-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Ohara 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ohara's office located?

    Dr. Walter Ohara's Primary Practice

    6550 Fannin St Ste 1401

    Houston, TX 77030

    (713) 441-5200

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    Methodist Diag Card Of Houston

    16605 Southwest Fwy Ste 410

    Sugar Land, TX 77479

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    Dr. Walter Ohara's Practice 3

    4401 Garth Rd

    Baytown, TX 77521

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

    Dr. Ohara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376541789.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ohara?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Ohara's specialty?

    Dr. Ohara is a Thoracic Surgeon near Houston, TX.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.

    Is Dr. Walter Ohara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ohara is affiliated with Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Bon Secours St. Mary's 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 a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Thoracic Surgeon. 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. Walter Ohara accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Ohara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walter Ohara offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ohara's office at (713) 441-5200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Ohara?

    Please contact Dr. Ohara's office at (713) 441-5200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ohara's office located?

    Dr. Ohara's offices are located in Houston, TX, Sugar Land, TX, and Baytown, TX.