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Dr. Richard Caplan, MD

General Surgery*
4.5 (17)
Map Pin Small Houston, TX
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Richard Caplan, MD

Dr. Richard Caplan, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Houston, TX. They graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital. Dr. Caplan, completed a residency at University Tx Affil Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Caplan an average 4.5 star rating.

Dr. Caplan works at Houston Methodist in Houston, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Inguinal Hernia along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept 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.

Dr. Caplan's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Houston Methodist Department of Surgery
    6550 Fannin St Ste 1501, Houston, TX 77030 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 441-5141

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Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Gallbladder Removal
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Inguinal Hernia
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Incisional Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Abdominal Pain
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Gynecomastia
Ileus
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Lipomas
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Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ventral Hernia
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Biopsy of Breast
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Breast Abscess
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Carcinoma in Situ
Cholangiocarcinoma
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder Cancer
Gallbladder Diseases
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Illeum Cancer
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Disease
Thyroid Nodule
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia with Gangrene
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Adrenalectomy
Advanced Robotic Surgery
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Bile Duct Procedure
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Breast Reconstruction
Colectomy
Colostomy
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Cystectomy
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision
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Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Fecal Impaction Removal
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Oophorectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Thymectomy
Orchiectomy
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Parathyroid Surgery
Parathyroidectomy
Port Placements or Replacements
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Skin Grafts
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Thyroid Biopsy
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair
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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.5
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    About Dr. Richard Caplan, MD

    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Languages Spoken
    • English
    Languages Spoken
    Gender
    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1831170166
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • University Tx Affil Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • University Tx Affil Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Houston Methodist Hospital

    Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

    17 patients have reviewed Dr. Caplan. The overall rating for this provider is 4.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Caplan.

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