29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Saran, Pediatrician in Houston, TX?
Dr. Shanthi Saran, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Saran graduated from Madurai Medical College, Tamil Nadu Dr Mgr Medical University and completed her residency at Advocate Christ Medical Center Program. Dr. Saran is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saran’s office at (281) 452-7575.
Where did Dr. Saran go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Advocate Christ Medical Center Program
Medical School: Madurai Medical College, Tamil Nadu Dr Mgr Medical University | Madurai Medical College, Tamil Nadu Dr Mgr Medical University | Madurai Medical College
Is Dr. Saran board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Shanthi Saran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Saran speak?
Dr. Saran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Saran typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Saran 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. Saran. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Saran typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Saran performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Saran. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Saran accept my insurance?
Dr. Saran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 452-7575 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saran accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Saran in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Saran's office located?
Dr. Shanthi Saran's Primary Practice
5622 E Sam Houston Pkwy N
Houston, TX 77015
(281) 452-7575
What is Dr. Saran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447251749.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saran
What is Dr. Shanthi Saran's specialty?
Dr. Saran is a Pediatrician near Houston, TX.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Shanthi Saran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Saran is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shanthi Saran accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Shanthi Saran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shanthi Saran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saran's office at (281) 452-7575 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shanthi Saran?
Please contact Dr. Saran's office at (281) 452-7575 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shanthi Saran have?
Dr. Shanthi Saran is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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