Summary

Dr. Knight graduated from the Tulane University School of Medicine in 1983. He works in Houston, TX and 1 other location and specializes in Surgery and Transplant Surgery. Dr. Knight is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital.

Quick Facts

  • 4.7
  • 43 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Mount Sinai Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Richard James Knight has 2 locations

Houston Methodist Department Of Surgery

6550 Fannin St Ste 1501Houston, TX 77030
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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43 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Houston , TXWebster , TXCypress , TXHouston , TX
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine Med School: Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Slp Mexico Med School: University of Alabama School of Medicine, Birmingham, Alabama
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard James Knight

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Devoted Health
  • Empire Plan
  • Empire Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Renaissance
  • Renaissance - Medicare
  • State Farm
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard James Knight has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard James Knight has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Kidney Transplant (Renal Transplant)
  • Pancreas Transplantation
  • Transplant Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Dr. Richard James Knight 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 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Knight's NPI number is 1730111345.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Richard Knight's office located?
Dr. Richard Knight's office is located at 6550 Fannin St Ste 1501, Houston, TX, 77030.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Knight affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Knight is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital.
Does Dr. Richard Knight accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard Knight has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Richard Knight speak?
Dr. Richard Knight speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Richard Knight accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Knight accepts on their Vitals profile.

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