Summary

Dr. Richard Seidel is a gastroenterologist who brings over three decades of medical expertise to his practice in Tyler, Texas. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore and completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, followed by additional residency training at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. With 34 years of experience treating digestive health conditions, Dr. Seidel has developed extensive knowledge in managing complex gastrointestinal disorders. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Seidel practices at CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic in Tyler, Texas, and maintains hospital privileges at Christus Mother Frances Hospital Jacksonville. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps, GERD, and high cholesterol in children and teens. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopies to diagnose and monitor digestive tract health. Dr. Seidel also conducts pathology tests to provide comprehensive care for his patients. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 34 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Internal Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic

910 E Houston St Ste 100Tyler, TX 75702

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Med School: University of Scranton Med School: New York University Med School: Nova Southeastern University, Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard Seidel

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • EMI Health
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Golden Rule
  • Healthcare Highways Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - HMO
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • SIHO Insurance Services
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Richard Seidel has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Richard Seidel 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

34 Years Experience

Richard Seidel 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 Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Internal Medicine and University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Scranton, University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md in 1992, and University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1992.

NPI Number

Richard Seidel's NPI number is 1821001116.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Richard Seidel affiliated with?
Richard Seidel is affiliated with Christus Mother Frances Hospital Jacksonville.
Where is Richard Seidel's office located?
Richard Seidel's office is located at 910 E Houston St Ste 100, Tyler, TX, 75702.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Seidel?
You can find contact information for Richard Seidel here on Vitals.
Does Richard Seidel accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Richard Seidel accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Richard Seidel speak?
Richard Seidel speaks English.

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