Summary

Dr. Thomas Turk has practiced family medicine for 31 years and is affiliated with Starr County Memorial Hospital. He treats heart failure, hyperlipidemia, and high cholesterol in children and teens, and performs breast cancer screening, scintimammography, and digital breast tomosynthesis. He speaks English and Spanish. Dr. Turk earned his medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine and sees patients in Pharr, Texas. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Turk 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 31 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 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

Healthy Lifestyles RGV Medical Clinic

1100 W Sam Houston BlvdPharr, TX 78577

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Pharr , TXDallas , TXHouston , TXSugar Land , TX
Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas Spencer Turk

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Allwell
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ascension Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - PPO
  • Bridgeway Health Solutions
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Driscoll Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • PreferredOne
  • Priority Health
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicare
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • SAMBA
  • Summit Community Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas Spencer Turk has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas Spencer Turk has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Turk's NPI number is 1730161571.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Thomas Turk accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Thomas Turk has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Thomas Turk's office located?
Dr. Thomas Turk's office is located at 1100 W Sam Houston Blvd, Pharr, TX, 78577.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Turk affiliated with?
Dr. Thomas Turk is affiliated with Starr County Memorial Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Thomas Turk speak?
Dr. Thomas Turk speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Thomas Turk accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Thomas Turk accepts on their Vitals profile.

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