Summary

Dr. Rekha Afzalpurkar has practiced internal medicine for 42 years and treats type 2 diabetes mellitus, diabetes type 2 in children and teens, and hyperglycemic emergency. She also performs chronic wound care and negative pressure wound therapy.

Dr. Afzalpurkar completed her residency at University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals and sees patients in Houston, Texas. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Afzalpurkar 3.67 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 3.7
  • 42 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Rekha Afzalpurkar has 3 locations

Vallbona Health Center

6630 De Moss DrHouston, TX 77074
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

Ben Taub Hospital

1504 Taub LoopHouston, TX 77030

Lbj Hospital

5656 Kelley StHouston, TX 77026

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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Russian, Ukrainian
Houston , TXWebster , TXHouston , TXHouston , TX
Med School: Government Medical College Aurangabad Med School: University of Baroda Med School: Shiraz University of Medical Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rekha Afzalpurkar

  • Aetna - HMO
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rekha Afzalpurkar has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr. Rekha Afzalpurkar 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 University Of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals.

Medical School

Graduated from Government Medical College Aurangabad in 1985 and Lady Hardinge Medical College in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Afzalpurkar's NPI number is 1871634717.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Does Dr. Rekha Afzalpurkar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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What languages does Dr. Rekha Afzalpurkar speak?
Dr. Rekha Afzalpurkar speaks English.

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