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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Salazar, Thoracic Surgeon in Houston, TX?
Dr. Jorge Salazar, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Salazar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salazar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salazar’s office at (713) 500-7339.
What languages does Dr. Salazar speak?
Dr. Salazar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Salazar treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Salazar 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. Salazar. 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.
Also known as:
- Unspecified Congenital Heart Defect
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- Heart Birth Defect
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- Heart Malformation at Birth
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q249: Congenital malformation of heart, unspecified
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
What procedures does Dr. Salazar perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Salazar 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. Salazar. 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.
Also known as:
- Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter
- PD Catheter Placement
- Dialysis Access Surgery
- Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 49421: Insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter for dialysis, open
Does Dr. Salazar accept my insurance?
Dr. Salazar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 500-7339 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salazar accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Salazar in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Department of Defense / Tricare
Medicare
Molina
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Salazar's office located?
Dr. Jorge Salazar's Primary Practice
6410 Fannin St Ste 370
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 500-7339
What is Dr. Salazar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salazar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659380970.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salazar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salazar
What is Dr. Jorge Salazar's specialty?
Dr. Salazar is a Thoracic Surgeon near Houston, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Salazar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jorge Salazar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salazar is affiliated with DHR Health 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
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Is Jorge Salazar accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Salazar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge Salazar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salazar's office at (713) 500-7339 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jorge Salazar?
Please contact Dr. Salazar's office at (713) 500-7339 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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