Summary

Dr. Barbara Held treats ovarian growths, ovarian cysts, and leiomyoma, and performs IUD insertion and pelvic ultrasound. She practices obstetrics and gynecology and is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, where she sees patients in Houston, Texas. She has 29 years of experience and speaks English and Spanish.

Dr. Held earned her medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Held 4.2 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 29 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital
  • 23 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 30 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Barbara I. Held

8080 N Stadium Dr Ste 270Houston, TX 77054

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Obstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & Gynecology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
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29 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Houston , TXHumble , TXPearland , TXWebster , TX
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Barbara I. Held

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - POS
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - HMO
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • Sana
  • State Farm
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Barbara I. Held has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Barbara I. Held has the following 30 areas of expertise

  • Amenorrhea
  • Anemia
  • Biopsy
  • Birth Control
  • C-section
  • Child Birth
  • Female Circumcision
  • Genital Warts
  • Hot Flashes
  • Hysteroscopic Surgery
  • Infertility
  • Laproscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Male Circumcision
  • Menopause
  • Menstrual Pain
  • Metrorrhagia
  • Pap Smear
  • Pelvic Exam
  • PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome)
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
  • Pregnancy
  • Prenatal Care
  • Preventive Medicine
  • Sexual Dysfunction (Physiological)
  • STD (Sexually Transmitted Diseases)
  • Tubal Ligation (Permanent Sterilization in Women)
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Uterine Cervical Dysplasia
  • Warts
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Barbara I. Held 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 New York Presbyterian Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1997.

NPI Number

Barbara I. Held's NPI number is 1861401457.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Barbara Held's office located?
Barbara Held's office is located at 8080 N Stadium Dr Ste 270, Houston, TX, 77054.
Does Barbara Held accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Barbara Held accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Barbara Held?
You can find contact information for Barbara Held here on Vitals.
What languages does Barbara Held speak?
Barbara Held speaks English and Spanish.
Does Barbara Held accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Barbara Held has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

This provider profile is built using data from:

  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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