Summary

Dr. Luis Chavez is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine and family medicine. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Nacional Federico Villarreal Facultad de Medicina Hipólito Unanue and brings 47 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Chavez is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Chavez practices in Harlingen, Texas, and maintains affiliations with Kerrville VA Medical Center and several locations throughout the VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System. His clinical expertise includes treating back pain conditions, from pregnancy-related discomfort to pediatric and general back pain issues. He incorporates therapeutic approaches such as physical therapy, water-based exercises, and strength training programs into patient care plans. Patients consistently rate Dr. Chavez highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 47 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Univ Nacional Federico Villarreal Fac De Med Hipolito Unanue
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Luis Alberto Chavez has 4 locations

Va Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System

2601 Veterans DrHarlingen, TX 78550
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Harlingen Va Clinic Treasure Hills

2106 Treasure Hills BlvdHarlingen, TX 78550
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Harlingen Medical Center

5501 S Expressway 77Harlingen, TX 78550

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3.8 
47 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English
Harlingen , TXFrisco , TXIrving , TXPlano , TX
Med School: Univ Nacional Federico Villarreal Fac De Med Hipolito Unanue Med School: UT Health Science Center at San Antonio Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Luis Alberto Chavez

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Luis Alberto Chavez has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Luis Alberto Chavez has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Family Medicine
  • Flu (Human Influenza)

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Dr. Luis Alberto Chavez 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

Medical School

Graduated from Univ Nacional Federico Villarreal Fac De Med Hipolito Unanue in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Chavez's NPI number is 1447406343.

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Dr. Luis Alberto Chavez is affiliated with Kerrville Va Medical Center.
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Dr. Luis Alberto Chavez speaks Spanish and English.
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