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Dr. Richard Allen, MD

Ophthalmology*

5.0 (15)

Houston, TX

Accepting new patients

29 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Richard Allen, MD

Dr. Richard Allen, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Houston, TX. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 29 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and is affiliated with St. Luke's Health - Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center. Dr. Allen, completed a residency at Unif Of Ia. Patients rated Dr. Allen an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Allen works at Practice in Houston, TX with other offices in Austin, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Chalazion and Stye along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna 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. Allen's Office Locations

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Bcm Physcians - Mob
1977 Butler Blvd, Houston, TX 77030 Directions (713) 798-6100
2

Dental- Texas Medical Center
6701 Fannin St Fl 5, Houston, TX 77030 Directions (832) 822-3230
3

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3705 Medical Pkwy Ste 120, Austin, TX 78705 Directions (512) 458-2141
4

Texas Oculoplastic Consultants Llp
4207 James Casey St Ste 306, Austin, TX 78745 Directions (512) 458-2141

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St. Luke's Health - Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center

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About Dr. Richard Allen, MD

Specialties*

Ophthalmology
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Years of Experience

29 years of experience

Languages Spoken

English, Spanish

NPI Number

1104827351

Education & Certifications

Fellowship

University of Ia

Residency

Unif Of Ia

Internship

University of Nm

Medical Education

Baylor College of Medicine

Board Certifications

Ophthalmology

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Is Dr. Richard Allen, MD accepting new patients?

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

Does Dr. Richard Allen, MD accept my insurance?

Dr. Allen accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Does Dr. Richard Allen, MD offer telehealth services?

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

What practice does Dr. Richard Allen, MD work with?

Dr. Allen works at Practice in Houston, TX with other offices in Austin, TX. View the full addresses on Dr. Allen’s profile.

What are common conditions Dr. Richard Allen, MD treats?

Dr. Allen has seen patients for Chalazion and Stye, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Allen on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

What languages does Dr. Richard Allen, MD speak?

Dr. Allen speaks Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. Richard Allen, MD in reviews?

15 patients have reviewed Dr. Allen. 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. Allen.

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Dr. Richard Allen, MD

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