Summary

Dr. Luis Padula is a cardiovascular disease specialist with 37 years of experience caring for patients with heart conditions. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Central De Venezuela Escuela De Medicina Luis Razetti and completed his residency training at University Of Connecticut Health Center. Dr. Padula is fluent in Spanish, allowing him to serve Spanish-speaking patients in their preferred language.

Dr. Padula practices at South Texas Health System Clinics in McAllen, Texas, and is affiliated with South Texas Health System Childrens. He focuses on treating coronary artery disease and heart muscle problems, including specialized care for women with heart disease. His expertise includes performing heart tests such as electrocardiograms, contrast echocardiography, and transthoracic echocardiograms to diagnose and monitor heart conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 37 years of experience
  • 74 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish
  • University Of Connecticut Health Center
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

South Texas Health System Clinics

500 E Ridge Rd Ste 300McAllen, TX 78503
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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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.5 
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3.7 
37 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
McAllen , TXMission , TXKaty , TXHouston , TX
Med School: Universidad Central De Venezuela Escuela De Medicina Luis Razetti Med School: Universidad Nacional Mayor De San Marcos Facultad De Medicina San Fernando
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Luis E Padula

  • AARP - Medicare
  • AARP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - CHIP
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Aetna - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ascension Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna - HMO-POS
  • Cigna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Cigna - POS
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Driscoll Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Empire Plan
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Golden Rule - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthPartners
  • Home State Health Plan
  • Home State Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optum Health
  • Priority Health
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • State Farm
  • Summit Community Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP)
  • Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UCare
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Luis E Padula has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Luis E Padula has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Angioplasty
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiologist
  • Catheterization
  • Cholesterol Management
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Holter monitoring
  • Hypertension
  • Nuclear Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Luis E Padula 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 University Of Connecticut Health Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Central De Venezuela Escuela De Medicina Luis Razetti in 1989.

NPI Number

Luis E Padula's NPI number is 1821093154.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Luis Padula affiliated with?
Luis Padula is affiliated with South Texas Health System Childrens.
Is Luis Padula accepting new patients?
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Does Luis Padula accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Luis Padula accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Luis Padula's office located?
Luis Padula's office is located at 500 E Ridge Rd Ste 300, McAllen, TX, 78503.
Does Luis Padula accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Luis Padula has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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