Summary

Dr. Richard Otero is a gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the digestive system. He earned his medical degree from Southwestern Medical School and completed his residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center. Dr. Otero communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Otero practices at multiple locations throughout San Antonio, Texas, and maintains hospital affiliations with Baptist Medical Center and Methodist Hospital Metropolitan. He focuses on treating common digestive conditions such as GERD, hemorrhoids, and colon polyps. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies, lower GI endoscopies, and upper GI endoscopies to help diagnose and monitor digestive health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 69 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Texas Health Science Center
  • 19 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Richard L. Otero has 7 locations

San Antonio Gastroenterology

150 E Sonterra Blvd Ste 250San Antonio, TX 78258
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

San Antonio Gastroenterology Associates

11212 State Highway 151 Ste 115San Antonio, TX 78251
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

San Antonio Gastroenterology Associates

3327 Research Plz Ste 414San Antonio, TX 78235
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

San Antonio - Downtown

520 E Euclid AveSan Antonio, TX 78212

San Antonio Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center

2833 Babcock Rd Ste 120San Antonio, TX 78229
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Baptist Medical Center

111 Dallas StSan Antonio, TX 78205

Methodist Hospital Metropolitan

1310 Mccullough AveSan Antonio, TX 78212

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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4.1 
22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Arabic, English
San Antonio , TXSacramento , CALittle Rock , ARPasadena , TX
Med School: Southwestern Medical School Med School: University of South Alabama Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard L. Otero

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Allwell
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Ascension Health
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - EPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Community First Health Plans
  • Devoted Health
  • Devoted Health - Medicare
  • EMI Health
  • Gateway Health
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthSmart
  • Home State Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Imagine Health
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Sana
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance - Federal Employees Program
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard L. Otero has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard L. Otero has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Texas Health Science Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Southwestern Medical School.

NPI Number

Dr. Otero's NPI number is 1881699734.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Otero?
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Does Dr. Richard Otero accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Where is Dr. Richard Otero's office located?
Dr. Richard Otero's office is located at 150 E Sonterra Blvd Ste 250, San Antonio, TX, 78258.
What languages does Dr. Richard Otero speak?
Dr. Richard Otero speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Otero affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Otero is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center.

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