25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Serna, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Dorothy Serna, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Serna graduated from University of Central Florida College of Medicine and completed her residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Serna is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Serna’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Serna’s office at (281) 807-5300.
Where did Dr. Serna go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine | Baylor College Of Medicine | Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl | University of Central Florida College of Medicine
Is Dr. Serna board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Dorothy Serna, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Serna speak?
Dr. Serna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Serna typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Serna 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. Serna. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Serna typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Dorothy Serna may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Serna's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Serna accept my insurance?
Dr. Serna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 807-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Serna accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Serna 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
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
MBA Benefit Administrators
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Serna's office located?
Dr. Dorothy Serna's Primary Practice
10425 Huffmeister Rd Ste 460
Houston, TX 77065
(281) 807-5300
What is Dr. Serna's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Serna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922096957.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Serna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Serna
What is Dr. Dorothy Serna's specialty?
Dr. Serna is a Internist near Houston, TX.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Dorothy Serna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Serna is affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Oakbend Medical Center, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dorothy Serna accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Dorothy Serna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dorothy Serna offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Serna's office at (281) 807-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dorothy Serna?
Please contact Dr. Serna's office at (281) 807-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dorothy Serna have?
Dr. Dorothy Serna is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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