Summary

Dr. Steven Frachtman is a gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston in 2009. Dr. Frachtman further refined his expertise through a fellowship at the University of Louisville in Kentucky, finishing in 2012. With 20 years of experience in medicine, he provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Frachtman practices with Houston Methodist Gastroenterology Associates in Houston, Texas, and maintains an affiliation with Texas Heart Institute. He focuses on treating common digestive conditions including colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and diverticular disease. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies, lower GI endoscopies, and upper GI endoscopies to diagnose and treat various gastrointestinal issues. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 20 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Louisville- Louisville, Ky.
  • 29 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Houston Methodist Gastroenterology Associates

6550 Fannin St Ste 1201Houston, 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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20 Years of Experience
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Med School: University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: New York University Med School: Charles R Drew University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Steven J. Frachtman

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Choice
  • Devoted Health
  • EMI Health
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Sana
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Steven J. Frachtman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Steven J. Frachtman has the following 8 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

Steven J. Frachtman 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 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Louisville- Louisville, Ky. in 2012.

Residency

Completed their residency at Baylor College of Medicine- Houston in 2009.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in 2006.

NPI Number

Steven J. Frachtman's NPI number is 1669618500.

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Steven J. Frachtman's office is located at 6550 Fannin St Ste 1201, Houston, TX, 77030.
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