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Summary
Dr. Richard Oppeltz treats ventral hernia and acute cholecystitis, and performs laparoscopy, laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery, and hernia repair surgery. He practices surgery in New Braunfels, Texas, and is affiliated with Wabash General Hospital.
He completed his residency at University Hospital and earned his medical degree from Universidad Central de Venezuela Escuela de Medicina Luis Razetti. He has 26 years of experience in surgery.
He completed his residency at University Hospital and earned his medical degree from Universidad Central de Venezuela Escuela de Medicina Luis Razetti. He has 26 years of experience in surgery.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 26 years of experience
- 38 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University Hospital
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Specialty Clinic - New Braunfels
730 N Houston Ave Ste 250New Braunfels, TX 78130 Tel: (830) 620-5393
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 26 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience | 32 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks Tamil, Spanish, English | Speaks English, Spanish |
| New Braunfels , TX | Cypress , TX | Cypress , TX | Cypress , TX |
| Med School: Universidad Central De Venezuela Escuela De Medicina Luis Razetti | Med School: UT McGovern Medical School | Med School: University of Texas Medical School at Houston | Med School: Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Slp Mexico |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard Oppeltz
Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
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Certifications, License, & Education
26 Years Experience
Richard Oppeltz 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 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Universidad Central De Venezuela Escuela De Medicina Luis Razetti in 2000.
NPI Number
Richard Oppeltz's NPI number is 1720263775.
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- What languages does Richard Oppeltz speak?
- Richard Oppeltz speaks English.
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- Does Richard Oppeltz accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Richard Oppeltz has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Richard Oppeltz's office located?
- Richard Oppeltz's office is located at 730 N Houston Ave Ste 250, New Braunfels, TX, 78130.
- Which hospitals is Richard Oppeltz affiliated with?
- Richard Oppeltz is affiliated with Wabash General Hospital.
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