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Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD

Nephrology
5.0 (4)
Map Pin Small Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD

Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD is a Nephrology Specialist in Houston, TX. They specialize in Nephrology, has 34 years of experience, and is board certified in Nephrology. They graduated from FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY / DR NICANOR REYES MEDICAL FOUNDATION INSTITUTE OF MEDICINE and is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress, HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball, Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital and Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center.

Dr. Velasco works at Houston Nephrology Group in Houston, TX with other offices in Cypress, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Acute Kidney Failure, Hyperkalemia and Nephrotic Syndrome along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Velasco's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Houston Nephrology Group
    915 Gessner Rd Ste 360, Houston, TX 77024 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (832) 307-2176
  2. 2
    Houston Nephrology Group, P.A.
    21216 Northwest Fwy Ste 410, Cypress, TX 77429 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (281) 805-3512

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Admitting Hospitals

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  • HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress
  • HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball
  • Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center
  • Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital
  • Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center

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    Jun 22, 2020
    Dr. Velasco is a awesome Doctor, a super Doctor to be honest, and he is a even better human being. Words can not describe how great and wonderful he is. Dr. Valasco is truly my Superhero. I would definitely recommend him to anyone. I am privileged and honored to have him as my Doctor!
    Sulay Shah — Jun 22, 2020
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    About Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD

    Specialties
    • Nephrology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 34 years of experience
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    Years of experience represents how long a provider has been practicing in their field since graduating from medical school. Not all providers will have this information available.

    Languages Spoken
    • English
    Languages Spoken
    NPI Number
    • 1851361703
    NPI Number
    A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique 10-digit identifier issued by the government to healthcare providers.

    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Univ of Texas Medical Branch Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Cath Med Ctr
    Residency
    Internship
    • Cath Med Ctr
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY / DR NICANOR REYES MEDICAL FOUNDATION INSTITUTE OF MEDICINE
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Nephrology
    Board Certifications
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    A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Velasco is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Velasco has an average wait time of Under 10 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Velasco has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Velasco has seen patients for Acute Kidney Failure, Hyperkalemia and Nephrotic Syndrome, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Velasco on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    4 patients have reviewed Dr. Velasco. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Velasco.

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