Summary

Dr. Rafael Deliz Velez is a pulmonologist and internal medicine physician who brings 38 years of experience to patient care in Laredo, Texas. He earned his medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine and completed his residency training with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Dr. Deliz Velez specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the lungs and respiratory system, while also providing comprehensive internal medicine care for adults. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds in the border community.

Dr. Deliz Velez practices at Laredo Medical Center and Stat Specialty Hospital Laredo North, maintaining affiliations with Doctors Hospital of Laredo and Laredo Medical Center. His expertise includes treating asthma in both adult and pediatric patients, as well as managing high blood pressure. He performs chest imaging procedures including fluoroscopy and X-rays to diagnose respiratory conditions, and orders specialized laboratory tests when needed for accurate diagnosis. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his care.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.3
  • 38 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Rafael J Deliz Velez has 2 locations

Laredo Medical Center

1700 E Saunders StLaredo, TX 78041

Stat Specialty Hospital Laredo North

2502 Ne Bob Bullock LoopLaredo, TX 78045

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PulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonologyInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
4.2 
38 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Laredo , TXSugar Land , TXHOUSTON , TXLaredo , TX
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Bolan Medical College Med School: Universidad De Monterrey Facultad De Medicina
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rafael J Deliz Velez

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rafael J Deliz Velez has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rafael J Deliz Velez has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Allergy
  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Bronchitis
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • House Calls
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lung Cancer
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonary Function Test
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

U S Department Of Veterans Affairs

Medical School

UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO SCHOOL OF MEDICINEGraduated in 1989
University Of Puerto Rico School Of MedicineGraduated in 1988

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What languages does Dr. Rafael Deliz Velez speak?
Dr. Rafael Deliz Velez speaks English and Spanish.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Rafael Deliz Velez affiliated with?
Dr. Rafael Deliz Velez is affiliated with Doctors Hospital Of Laredo and Laredo Medical Center.
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