Summary

Dr. Richard Dexter treats upper respiratory infections, respiratory problems, and frequent infections in children, and performs emergency care, CT scans, and COVID-19 testing. He practices family medicine and emergency medicine and has 35 years of experience. Dr. Dexter is affiliated with Lea Regional Medical Center and sees patients in Pasadena, Nacogdoches, and Odessa, Texas. He completed his residency at Bellevue Hospital Center. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Dexter 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 35 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • Bellevue Hospital Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 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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35 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Urdu
Pasadena , TXLeague City , TXPearland , TXHouston , TX
Med School: WEILL CORNELL MEDICAL COLLEGE Med School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine 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 expired medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired 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

Is Dr. Richard Dexter accepting new patients?
Dr. Richard Dexter has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Richard Dexter accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Dexter accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Richard Dexter accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard 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 Dexter's office located?
Dr. Richard Dexter's office is located at 4000 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena, TX, 77504.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Dexter affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Dexter is affiliated with Lea Regional Medical Center.

Data Sources

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