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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pettway, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pasadena, TX?
Dr. Darnell Pettway, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Pettway graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Henry Ford Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Pettway is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pettway’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pettway’s office at (713) 359-2000.
Where did Dr. Pettway go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Henry Ford Hosp, Emergency Medicine | Henry Ford Hospital
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Pettway board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Darnell Pettway, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pettway speak?
Dr. Pettway and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pettway typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pettway 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. Pettway. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vascular Headache
- Headache
- Blood Vessel Headache
- Pulsating Headache
- Throbbing Headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G441: Vascular headache, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pettway typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Darnell Pettway 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. Pettway's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pettway accept my insurance?
Dr. Pettway accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 359-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pettway accept in Pasadena, TX?
Dr. Pettway in Pasadena, 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
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Group Administrators Ltd
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pettway's office located?
Dr. Darnell Pettway's Primary Practice
4000 Spencer Hwy
Pasadena, TX 77504
(713) 359-2000
What is Dr. Pettway's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pettway's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275513426.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pettway?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pettway
What is Dr. Darnell Pettway's specialty?
Dr. Pettway is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pasadena, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Darnell Pettway affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pettway is affiliated with Houston Methodist 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Darnell Pettway accepting new patients in Pasadena, TX?
Yes, Dr. Darnell Pettway is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Darnell Pettway offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pettway's office at (713) 359-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Darnell Pettway?
Please contact Dr. Pettway's office at (713) 359-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Darnell Pettway have?
Dr. Darnell Pettway is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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