‘I’d Send My Mom Here,’ New 24/7 Emergency Clinic, Top Care ER, Opens in Houston Heights

HOUSTON – Imagine you need to go to the doctor but you are too afraid because you don’t have insurance. This has been the reality for many people, even myself for many years.

Fortunately, there are dedicated medical professionals, like Dr. A. Kudrath (also known as Dr. AK), who are well aware of patients’ struggles. He reminded people of that during Thursday’s ribbon-cutting ceremony for his new emergency clinic, Top Care ER, which opened in Heights on N Shepherd.

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Expressing concern about keeping patients healthy without having to worry about whether their insurance will cover treatments, especially life/death treatments, Dr. AK said the clinic would cover their costs. Dr AK said part of the reason is that the focus should be on providing quality care to patients, without them having to worry about things like “surprise costs”.

“We never send surprise bills,” he said. “If your insurance leaves you hanging, we negotiate on your behalf so you don’t have bills to pay. »

According to Dr. AK, part of this was to ensure that patients could focus on their health.

“I think it’s important to say it because I want to allay any concerns that people might have,” he continued. “So you take that out of the equation, and what’s left? Quality staff and care. »

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Off camera, he mentioned to KPRC 2 digital producer Ahmed Humble that someone might choose to ignore something like pain in their left arm, because they feel like it’s their only symptom, but that he might have a heart attack, and not taking him seriously could cause permanent problems. harm to their health.

The billing page on Top Care’s website also states: “If you do not have insurance, are underinsured, or if paying the full amount for treatment would cause a significant financial hardship, please contact us to find out financial assistance options, which can reduce expenses. fees for your visit.

“Our vision is that this is the place where we will send our own families,” Dr. AK said. “I would send my mom here and I hope you all send your mom here and everyone in your family. Whenever you need something, contact us. We’re happy to be in the Heights.

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However, this is not the first time that Dr. AK has been involved in the community. He has pioneered several independent emergency rooms in the Greater Houston area, along with his partner, Cruize Gaj, a health and wellness marketing consultant and partner at Top Care ER – Houston Heights.

“We are conveniently located in the heart of the Heights area and want to serve our community with all of their medical needs,” he told KPRC 2 digital content producer Ahmed Humble. “We also help patients who have suffered road accidents and work accidents. Our goal is to keep the community safe.

The event was organized with the help of the Greater Heights Area Chamber of Commerce.

“We are very happy to have Top Care here in our room as they are a great asset and Dr. AK is amazing! » Rachel Goldstein, director of communications for the Greater Heights Area Chamber of Commerce.

To learn more about Top Care ER, visit their website.