Summary

Dr. Alberto Barroso treats Crohn's disease, melena, and upper GI bleeds and has practiced gastroenterology for 60 years. He is affiliated with Texas Heart Institute.

Dr. Barroso completed a fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine and his residency at Ipanema Hospital in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He sees patients in Houston, Texas, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Barroso 4.3 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.3
  • 60 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Baylor College of Medicine - Houston, TX
  • 16 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 22 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Houston Methodist Gastroenterology Associates

6550 Fannin St Ste 1201Houston, TX 77030
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Faculdad de Medicina-Rio De Janeiro, Brazil Med School: New York Medical College Med School: University of South Alabama Med School: Charles R Drew University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Alberto Barroso

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Community First Health Plans
  • Community Health Choice
  • Devoted Health
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Renaissance
  • Renaissance - Medicare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Alberto Barroso has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Alberto Barroso has the following 22 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Angioedema
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Endoscopic Ultrasound (Fetoscopy)
  • Gallstones
  • Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Liver Diseases
  • Nutrition Disorders
  • Nutritional Support
  • Pancreatic Diseases
  • Peptic Ulcer
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Ultrasonic Endoscopy (EUS)

Certifications, License, & Education

60 Years Experience

Alberto Barroso 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

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine - Houston, TX.

Residency

Completed their residency at Ipanema Hospital - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1968 and Ipanema Hospital - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1967.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Faculdad de Medicina-Rio De Janeiro, Brazil in 1966.

NPI Number

Alberto Barroso's NPI number is 1548335458.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Alberto Barroso accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Alberto Barroso has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Alberto Barroso's office located?
Alberto Barroso's office is located at 6550 Fannin St Ste 1201, Houston, TX, 77030.
Which hospitals is Alberto Barroso affiliated with?
Alberto Barroso is affiliated with Texas Heart Institute.
Does Alberto Barroso accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Alberto Barroso accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Alberto Barroso speak?
Alberto Barroso speaks English and Spanish.

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