Summary

Dr. Juan Salazar is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. With 45 years of experience in internal medicine, he brings extensive knowledge to the care of adult patients with complex medical conditions. Dr. Salazar is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations in the McAllen community.

Dr. Salazar practices at multiple locations throughout McAllen, Texas, including Rio Grande Regional Hospital, South Texas Health System Heart, and McAllen Medical Center. He specializes in managing diabetes and high cholesterol, particularly in younger patients including children and teenagers. His practice includes routine blood work such as complete blood counts and kidney function tests, along with cholesterol monitoring through lipid panels. Patients have given Dr. Salazar an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 3.5
  • 45 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Juan Jose Salazar has 4 locations

Dr. Juan Jose Salazar

801 E Nolana Ave Ste 2McAllen, TX 78504
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Rio Grande Regional Hospital

101 E Ridge RdMcallen, TX 78503

Mcallen Medical Center

301 W Expressway 83Mcallen, TX 78503

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Juan Jose Salazar

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Ambetter
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - HMO
  • Bridgeway Health Solutions
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Driscoll Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • MVP Health Care
  • MVP Health Care - HMO
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Juan Jose Salazar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Juan Jose Salazar has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Dr. Juan Jose Salazar 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 expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Creighton University School Of Medicine in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Salazar's NPI number is 1003804741.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Juan Jose Salazar accepting new patients?
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What languages does Dr. Juan Jose Salazar speak?
Dr. Juan Jose Salazar speaks Spanish and English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Juan Jose Salazar affiliated with?
Dr. Juan Jose Salazar is affiliated with Rio Grande Regional Hospital.

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