31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Waller, Rheumatologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Philip Waller, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Waller graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Rheumatology; Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Waller is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waller’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waller’s office at (281) 481-8557.
Where did Dr. Waller go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Rheumatology; Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | Medical University of South Carolina Program
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Is Dr. Waller board certified in Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Philip Waller, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Waller speak?
Dr. Waller and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Waller treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Waller 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. Waller. 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:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of the knee
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
- M179: Osteoarthritis of knee, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Immune System Disorder
- Immune System and Disorder
- Immunity Problems
- Immune System Dysfunction
- Immunological Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- D899: Disorder involving the immune mechanism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Which procedures does Dr. Waller perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Philip Waller may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Waller's office.
Does Dr. Waller accept my insurance?
Dr. Waller accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 481-8557 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Waller accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Waller in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Waller's office located?
Dr. Philip Waller's Primary Practice
11003 Resource Pkwy Ste 102
Houston, TX 77089
(281) 481-8557
What is Dr. Waller's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Waller's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588630578.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waller?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Waller
What is Dr. Philip Waller's specialty?
Dr. Waller is a Rheumatologist near Houston, TX. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Waller to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Philip Waller affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Waller is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Philip Waller accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Philip Waller is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Philip Waller offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Waller's office at (281) 481-8557 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Philip Waller?
Please contact Dr. Waller's office at (281) 481-8557 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Philip Waller have?
Dr. Philip Waller is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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