Summary

Dr. Ralph Alhalel is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Universidad Nacional Mayor De San Marcos Facultad De Medicina San Fernando. He completed his residency training at Baylor College of Medicine and brings 38 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Alhalel is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Alhalel is affiliated with South Texas Health System Children's and practices throughout the McAllen and Edinburg areas in Texas. His expertise focuses on treating conditions such as nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, colon polyps, and hemorrhoids. He performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including colonoscopy, upper GI endoscopy, and lower GI endoscopy to help patients maintain their digestive health. Patients have given Dr. Alhalel an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 38 years of experience
  • 64 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Baylor College Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Locations

Dr. Ralph Alhalel has 5 locations

Rio Grande Gastroenterology

1200 E Ridge Rd Ste 5McAllen, TX 78503
Mon9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Rio Grande Regional Hospital

101 E Ridge RdMcallen, TX 78503

Edinburg Regional Medical Center

1102 W Trenton RdEdinburg, TX 78539

Mcallen Medical Center

301 W Expressway 83Mcallen, TX 78503

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Dr. Ralph Alhalel, MDChimdi Mfebe, APRNDr. Zeid Karadsheh, MDDr. Farah Harmouch, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
38 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Arabic, English Speaks Arabic, English
McAllen , TXLittle Rock , ARPasadena , TXHouston , TX
Med School: Universidad Nacional Mayor De San Marcos Facultad De Medicina San Fernando Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ralph Alhalel

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Allwell
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - EPO
  • Ambetter - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Ascension Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Caterpillar
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Home State Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Preferred Care Partners
  • PreferredOne
  • Priority Health
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Renaissance
  • Renaissance - Medicare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Superior HealthPlan
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ralph Alhalel has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ralph Alhalel has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Dr. Ralph Alhalel 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

Residency

Completed their residency at Baylor College Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Nacional Mayor De San Marcos Facultad De Medicina San Fernando in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Alhalel's NPI number is 1700830353.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Ralph Alhalel's office located?
Dr. Ralph Alhalel's office is located at 1200 E Ridge Rd Ste 5, McAllen, TX, 78503.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ralph Alhalel affiliated with?
Dr. Ralph Alhalel is affiliated with South Texas Health System Childrens.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ralph Alhalel?
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