Summary

Dr. Ernesto Parra is a family medicine physician who graduated from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency at UCLA Medical Center. With 44 years of experience in practice, he brings extensive knowledge to comprehensive primary care. Dr. Parra is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to serve diverse patient populations throughout the San Antonio area.

Dr. Parra practices at multiple Centromed locations across San Antonio and Somerset, Texas, and maintains an affiliation with University Hospital. He specializes in treating common conditions such as obesity and weight management, upper respiratory infections, and various breathing problems. His practice includes essential preventive services like glucose testing for diabetes screening, comprehensive urine analysis, and flu testing. Patients consistently rate Dr. Parra highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 44 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Ernesto Ortiz Parra has 5 locations

Centromed South Park Medical Clinic

6315 S Zarzamora StSan Antonio, TX 78211
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

Centromed Southside Medical

3750 Commercial AveSan Antonio, TX 78221
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Centromed Sarah E Davidson Clinic

1 Haven For Hope Way Ste 300San Antonio, TX 78207
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

Centromed Palo Alto Clinic

9011 Poteet Jourdanton FwySan Antonio, TX 78224
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

Centromed Maria Castro Flores Clinic

7315 S Loop 1604 WSomerset, TX 78069
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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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ernesto Ortiz Parra

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - Medicaid
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Community First Health Plans
  • Devoted Health
  • Friday Health Plans
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ernesto Ortiz Parra has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ernesto Ortiz Parra has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • AIDS/HIV (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Dr. Ernesto Ortiz Parra holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucla Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Parra's NPI number is 1013937234.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Ernesto Parra affiliated with?
Dr. Ernesto Parra is affiliated with University Hospital.
Where is Dr. Ernesto Parra's office located?
Dr. Ernesto Parra's office is located at 6315 S Zarzamora St, San Antonio, TX, 78211.
Does Dr. Ernesto Parra accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ernesto Parra accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Ernesto Parra accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ernesto Parra has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ernesto Parra?
You can find contact information for Dr. Ernesto Parra here on Vitals.

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