Summary

Dr. Octavio Guzman-Gonzalez treats hyperlipidemia, high cholesterol in children and teens, and familial lipid disorders, and performs electrocardiograms and ambulatory EKG monitoring. He has practiced cardiology and internal medicine for 46 years and speaks both English and Spanish. He is affiliated with Doctors Hospital of Laredo and Laredo Medical Center, and sees patients in Laredo and Harlingen, Texas.

He completed his residency at LSU Health Sciences and earned his medical degree from Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Guzman-Gonzalez 4.2 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 46 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Octavio Ernesto Guzman-Gonzalez has 5 locations

Octavio E Guzman Md Pa

6826 Springfield Ave Ste 101Laredo, TX 78041
Mon9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Laredo Medical Center

1700 E Saunders StLaredo, TX 78041

Harlingen Medical Center

5501 S Expressway 77Harlingen, TX 78550

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

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46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Laredo , TXHouston , TXKaty , TXLaredo , TX
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Octavio Ernesto Guzman-Gonzalez

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS

Medical Specialties

Dr. Octavio Ernesto Guzman-Gonzalez has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Octavio Ernesto Guzman-Gonzalez has the following 17 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lsu Health Sciences.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Guzman-Gonzalez's NPI number is 1134298219.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Octavio Guzman-Gonzalez accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Octavio Guzman-Gonzalez accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Octavio Guzman-Gonzalez speak?
Dr. Octavio Guzman-Gonzalez speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. Octavio Guzman-Gonzalez accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Octavio Guzman-Gonzalez accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Octavio Guzman-Gonzalez has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Octavio Guzman-Gonzalez's office located?
Dr. Octavio Guzman-Gonzalez's office is located at 6826 Springfield Ave Ste 101, Laredo, TX, 78041.

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