Summary

Consistently ranked as the best children’s hospital in Texas, and among the top in the nation, Texas Children’s offers patients easy access to online scheduling. Click on the “website” or “Appointments” button to make an appointment online today. For your convenience, Texas Children’s Hospital has more than 10 locations across the greater Houston area ready to provide you and your family with care that’s convenient for you. Our medical providers see patients at our hospitals in the Texas Medical Center, Katy in West Houston, and The Woodlands. Our Specialty Care clinics can be found throughout local communities and provide you with the same level of care you know and expect from Texas Children’s – just closer to home.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 37 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Texas Health System
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Otto R. Velasquez

6701 Fannin St # 5Houston, TX 77030

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37 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Houston , TXDickinson , TXPasadena , TXHouston , TX
Med School: Universidad Francisco Marroquin Facultad De Medicina Med School: Osmania Medical College Med School: Osmania Medical College Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Otto R. Velasquez

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Driscoll Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Alliance
  • Home State Health Plan
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Otto R. Velasquez has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Otto R. Velasquez has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Immunization
  • Internist/pediatrician
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Otto R. Velasquez 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 Texas Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Francisco Marroquin Facultad De Medicina in 1989.

NPI Number

Otto R. Velasquez's NPI number is 1144302605.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Otto Velasquez's office located?
Otto Velasquez's office is located at 6701 Fannin St # 5, Houston, TX, 77030.
Which hospitals is Otto Velasquez affiliated with?
Otto Velasquez is affiliated with Knapp Medical Center.
Does Otto Velasquez accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Otto Velasquez has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Otto Velasquez speak?
Otto Velasquez speaks English and Spanish.
Does Otto Velasquez accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Otto Velasquez accepts on their Vitals profile.

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