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Dr. William Askew, MD

Dr. William Askew, MD

Anesthesiologist

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Askew, Anesthesiologist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. William Askew, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Askew graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the Travis County Medical Society. Dr. Askew is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Askew’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Askew’s office at (512) 454-2554.

    Where did Dr. Askew go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: Texas A&M University

    Is Dr. Askew board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. William Askew, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology , American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Askew speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Askew typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Askew 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. Askew. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Askew typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Askew 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. Askew. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • Brachial Plexus Injection
    • Arm Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Block
    • Continuous Brachial Plexus Infusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64416: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
    • Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
    • Thigh Nerve Block
    • Continuous Pain Relief Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Askew accept my insurance?

    Dr. Askew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 454-2554 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Askew in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Baylor Scott & White Holdings

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Kaiser Permanente

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    Where is Dr. Askew's office located?

    Dr. William Askew's Primary Practice

    1500 Citywest Blvd Ste 300

    Houston, TX 77042

    (512) 454-2554

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of Travis County Medical Society

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

    Dr. Askew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790766574.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Askew?

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

    What is Dr. William Askew's specialty?

    Dr. Askew is an Anesthesiologist near Houston, TX.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. William Askew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Askew is affiliated with Ascension Seton Medical Center - Austin, Tx, Ascension Seton Northwest Hospital, Cedar Park Regional Medical Center, Northwest Hills Surgical Hospital, Ascension Seton Southwest 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

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    Is Dr. William Askew accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. William Askew is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Askew offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Askew's office at (512) 454-2554 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Askew?

    Please contact Dr. Askew's office at (512) 454-2554 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Askew's office located?

    Dr. Askew's office is located in Houston, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Askew have?

    Dr. William Askew is certified by the American Board of Radiology and American Board of Anesthesiology.