Summary

Dr. Agustin Escalante is a rheumatologist and internal medicine specialist who has been caring for patients for over four decades. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at LAC USC Medical Center. Dr. Escalante speaks both English and Spanish, making healthcare accessible to a diverse patient population.

Dr. Escalante practices at Robert B. Green Campus - University Health in San Antonio, Texas, and maintains hospital affiliations with CHRISTUS SANTA ROSA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER. He specializes in treating complex autoimmune conditions like systemic lupus erythematosus and addresses metabolic concerns including obesity management. His expertise extends to performing specialized treatments such as chemotherapy, infusion therapy, and intravenous chemotherapy for rheumatologic conditions. Patients rate him 4.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals for his comprehensive care approach.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 43 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Lac Usc Medical Center
  • 3 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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RheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
43 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English, Hindi, Spanish, Urdu
San Antonio , TXPasadena , TXConroe , TXConroe , TX
Med School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico Facultad De Medicina Med School: University of Texas Medical School at Houston Med School: University of Delhi Med School: Ross University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Agustin Escalante

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 6 Degrees Transplant Network "
  • Aetna Better Health Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Perinate Newborn"
  • Aetna Better Health Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP)" "
  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid STAR
  • Aetna Health Bexar County-ACO Plan (Baptist & HealthTexas) (Please Call)
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Choice POS II
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Elect Choice EPO
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Exchange (Silver/Gold HMO)
  • Aetna Health Commercial - HMO
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Managed Choice POS
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Open Choice PPO (Non-Methodist/HCA)
  • Aetna Health Commercial - QPOS
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Select
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Whole Health EPO (Please Call)
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Eagle PPO
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Freedom PPO
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Premier HMO
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Prime HMO
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Value Plus PPO
  • Aetna Health Medicare-Medicaid Dual Preferred (HMO D-SNP)
  • Allwell (Superior HealthPlan) Medicare Advantage - All Products
  • BlueCross BlueShield - Federal Programs Commercial - Federal - All Products
  • BlueCross BlueShield - Out-of-State Commercial - Out-of-State - Blue Card Program Only "
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Childrens Health Insurance Plan (CHIP)"
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - HMO - Blue Advantage
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - HMO - Blue Essentials
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - HMO - Blue Premier
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - PPO - Blue Choice
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - PPO (CHRISTUS Health)
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) HPN/EPO (Narrow Network)

Medical Specialties

Agustin Escalante has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Agustin Escalante has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Internal Medicine
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rheumatologist
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Agustin Escalante holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lac Usc Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico Facultad De Medicina in 1983.

NPI Number

Agustin Escalante's NPI number is 1992812986.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Agustin Escalante accept my insurance?
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Does Agustin Escalante accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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What languages does Agustin Escalante speak?
Agustin Escalante speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Agustin Escalante affiliated with?
Agustin Escalante is affiliated with CHRISTUS SANTA ROSA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER.

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