Summary

Ranganathan Govindaraj, MD, is fellowship-trained and board-certified in both anesthesiology and pain management. He believes in a personalized and multidisciplinary approach to pain management to improve their quality of life. Govindaraj has expertise in endoscopic pain procedures and interests in minimally invasive therapies for multiple indications like spinal stenosis, compression fractures, peripheral nerve stimulation, and spinal cord stimulation.
He’s also a professor in the Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, where he’s active in medical research and teaches residents and fellows. His work has been published in many peer-reviewed medical journals.
Govindaraj received his medical degree from the University of Madras, and completed his residency and fellowship at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. He has over 20 years of experience in anesthesiology and pain medicine and has practiced in three countries.
He sees patients at several UT Physicians locations across Greater Houston and is active in the medical community.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 43 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Texas At Houston
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Ranganathan Govindaraj

11476 Space Center Blvd Ste 100Houston, TX 77059
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Arabic Speaks English
Houston , TXSugar Land , TXRockwall , TXPasadena , TX
Med School: Stanley Medical College Med School: Meharry Medical College Med School: Medical College of Georgia
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ranganathan Govindaraj

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Ranganathan Govindaraj has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Ranganathan Govindaraj has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Anesthesia
  • Spinal Fractures
  • Spinal Stenosis

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Ranganathan Govindaraj 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 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Texas At Houston.

Medical School

Graduated from Stanley Medical College in 1984 and STANLEY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1983.

NPI Number

Ranganathan Govindaraj's NPI number is 1871653683.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Ranganathan Govindaraj's office located?
Ranganathan Govindaraj's office is located at 11476 Space Center Blvd Ste 100, Houston, TX, 77059.
Is Ranganathan Govindaraj accepting new patients?
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Does Ranganathan Govindaraj accept my insurance?
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Does Ranganathan Govindaraj accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Ranganathan Govindaraj has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Ranganathan Govindaraj affiliated with?
Ranganathan Govindaraj is affiliated with University Of Texas Medical Branch.

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