Summary

Dr. Prethy Rao treats retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and diabetic eye disease, and performs retinal imaging, ophthalmoscopy, and optical coherence tomography. She practices ophthalmology and internal medicine and earned her medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health. Dr. Rao sees patients in Houston, Sugar Land, Pearland, Katy, Beaumont, and Lufkin, Texas.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 3
  • 15 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 9 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Prethy Rao has 9 locations

Dr. Prethy Rao

2727 Gramercy St Ste 200Houston, TX 77025
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Prethy Rao

7900 Fannin St Ste 3300Houston, TX 77054

Chi Saint Lukes Health Sugar Land Hospital

1317 Lake Pointe PkwySugar Land, TX 77478

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital

16655 Southwest FwySugar Land, TX 77479

Retina And Vitreous Of Texas

2734 Sunrise Blvd Ste 303Pearland, TX 77584
Mon8:30 am - 3:30 pm
TueClosed
Wed8:00 am - 11:00 am
ThuClosed
Fri8:00 am - 11:00 am
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina And Vitreous Of Texas

750 Westgreen Blvd Ste 250Katy, TX 77450
MonClosed
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
ThuClosed
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina And Vitreous Of Texas

350 Pine St Ste 330Beaumont, TX 77701
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina And Vitreous Of Texas

1105 W Frank Ave Ste 300Lufkin, TX 75904
Mon8:00 am - 12:00 pm
TueClosed
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 3:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina And Vitreous Of Texas

15999 City Walk Ste 290Sugar Land, TX 77479
MonClosed
Tue1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Wed12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: Baylor College of Medicine Med School: University of Minnesota Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Prethy Rao

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - POS
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Dean Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Devoted Health
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Renaissance
  • Renaissance - Medicare
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Prethy Rao has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Prethy Rao has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Dr. Prethy Rao 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 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health in 2012 and University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine And Public Health in 2011.

NPI Number

Dr. Rao's NPI number is 1982967998.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Prethy Rao's office located?
Dr. Prethy Rao's office is located at 2727 Gramercy St Ste 200, Houston, TX, 77025.
Does Dr. Prethy Rao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Prethy Rao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Prethy Rao accept my insurance?
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Is Dr. Prethy Rao accepting new patients?
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  • State medical licensing boards

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