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Dr. Abel Salazar, MD
Houston, TX
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Salazar, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Houston, TX?
Dr. Abel Salazar, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Salazar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salazar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salazar’s office.
What languages does Dr. Salazar speak?
Dr. Salazar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Salazar treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), 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:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Oral Phase Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
- Oral dysphagia
- Trouble chewing and swallowing
- Difficulty moving food in mouth
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
- R1311: Dysphagia, oral phase
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing After Stroke
- Brain Disease
- Swallowing Disorder
- Swallowing difficulties after stroke
- Trouble swallowing
- Dysphagia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69991: Dysphagia following unspecified cerebrovascular disease
- I69891: Dysphagia following other cerebrovascular disease
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Common Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant and Newborn Nutrition
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
- Dysphagia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
- R633: Feeding difficulties
Which procedures does Dr. Salazar perform as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by a Dr. Abel Salazar may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Salazar's office.
Does Dr. Salazar accept my insurance?
Dr. Salazar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 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
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Community First Health Plans
Express Scripts
Humana
Molina
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Salazar's office located?
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 1033173810.
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. Abel Salazar's specialty?
Dr. Salazar is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Houston, TX. A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions. Contact Dr. Salazar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Abel Salazar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Salazar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
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Is Abel Salazar accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Abel Salazar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Abel Salazar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salazar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Abel Salazar?
Please contact Dr. Salazar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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