Summary

Consistently ranked as the best children’s hospital in Texas, and among the top in the nation, Texas Children’s offers patients easy access to online scheduling. Click on the “website” or “Appointments” button to make an appointment online today. For your convenience, Texas Children’s Hospital has more than 10 locations across the greater Houston area ready to provide you and your family with care that’s convenient for you. Our medical providers see patients at our hospitals in the Texas Medical Center, Katy in West Houston, and The Woodlands. Our Specialty Care clinics can be found throughout local communities and provide you with the same level of care you know and expect from Texas Children’s – just closer to home.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 31 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogota Facultad De Medicina
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

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4.7 
31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Mandarin Speaks English, Spanish
Houston , TXWebster , TXSugar Land , TXWebster , TX
Med School: Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogota Facultad De Medicina
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Alvaro Orjuela

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Driscoll Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Alvaro Orjuela has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Alvaro Orjuela has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • Hemodialysis
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Nephrologist
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Alvaro Orjuela 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 2024.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogota Facultad De Medicina in 1995.

NPI Number

Alvaro Orjuela's NPI number is 1922272236.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Alvaro Orjuela affiliated with?
Alvaro Orjuela is affiliated with Texas Childrens Hospital.
Does Alvaro Orjuela accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Alvaro Orjuela has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Alvaro Orjuela's office located?
Alvaro Orjuela's office is located at 6701 Fannin St, Houston, TX, 77030.
What languages does Alvaro Orjuela speak?
Alvaro Orjuela speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Alvaro Orjuela?
You can find contact information for Alvaro Orjuela here on Vitals.

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