Summary

Dr. Richard Dexter is a family medicine and emergency medicine physician who brings over three decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine & Bioscience College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency training at Bellevue Hospital Center. With 35 years of experience, Dr. Dexter has developed comprehensive skills in both primary care and acute medical situations.

Dr. Dexter practices at multiple locations throughout Texas, including Pasadena, Nacogdoches, and Odessa, with his primary hospital affiliation at Lea Regional Medical Center. He specializes in treating conditions such as abdominal pain, chest wall pain, and pregnancy-related abdominal concerns. His clinical expertise includes performing essential diagnostic tests like complete blood counts, chemistry panels, and kidney function assessments. Patients consistently rate Dr. Dexter highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 35 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • Bellevue Hospital Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard D Dexter has 3 locations

Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital

1204 N Mound StNacogdoches, TX 75961

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Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
35 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Urdu Speaks Spanish, English
Pasadena , TXHouston , TXKaty , TXPearland , TX
Med School: WEILL CORNELL MEDICAL COLLEGE Med School: Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard D Dexter

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Community Health Choice
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Driscoll Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • FirstCare Health Plans
  • FirstCare Health Plans - Medicaid
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • Renaissance
  • Renaissance - Medicare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard D Dexter has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard D Dexter has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. Richard D Dexter holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Bellevue Hospital Center.

Medical School

Graduated from WEILL CORNELL MEDICAL COLLEGE and Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Dexter's NPI number is 1194812669.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Richard D Dexter affiliated with?
Dr. Richard D Dexter is affiliated with Lea Regional Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard D Dexter?
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Does Dr. Richard D Dexter accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Richard D Dexter accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard D Dexter has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Richard D Dexter's office located?
Dr. Richard D Dexter's office is located at 4000 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena, TX, 77504.

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