Venkata Lakshmi S. Achanta, MD | Houston, TX | Internist

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Dr. Venkata Lakshmi Achanta treats chronic kidney disease, Alzheimer's disease, and stage 5 chronic kidney disease, and practices internal medicine at HCA Houston Healthcare West. She has 27 years of experience in internal medicine.

Dr. Achanta earned her medical degree from Andhra Medical College and sees patients in Houston, Texas. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Achanta 3.67 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
3.7

12 Ratings
27 years of experience
14 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Andhra Medical College
5 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

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

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Venkata Lakshmi S K Achanta's Ratings and Reviews

3.7

12 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 10 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Dr. Achanta spends a lot of time with me which I appreciate. I have been seeing her for the past few years. She is very smart and very caring. She follows up on every detail including periodic lab works. She is a great doctor and I love the staff. I also like the ease of getting an appointment. The staff work me in to same day appointments or at the most 24 business hours. I definitely recommend her.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 24th, 2018

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Very good, caring and compassionate doctor. I was seen on time, minimal waiting. Staff are very friendly and helpful. I have always been able to get an appointment either on the same day or at the most the day after. I recommended this doctor to my entire family and friends and they all had positive experience. Definitely recommend her.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 17th, 2018

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Would not recommend

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Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

May 1st, 2016

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I definitely recommend this doctor. Great doctor and great staff. They work you in the same day you call to see the doctor. Very friendly and courteous staff. I trust her medical decisions, diagnosis and the treatment plans at 100%. I already recommended her to my friends and family who will be seeing her soon.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 11th, 2013

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Our whole family has been going to Dr. Achanta for our medical care. She and her staff are very courteous, friendly, and dedicated. She spends time, made accurate diagnosis and gave prescriptions which cured our problems. I would definitely recommend her to friends and family.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 22nd, 2013

WellMed Network of TX-Houston

4700 W Sam Houston Pkwy N Ste 220Houston, TX 77041

Tel: (713) 402-7824

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


Venkata Lakshmi S K Achanta, MD	Yasir Ahmed, MD	Dr. Claudia Makhoul, MD	Dr. Stan Clark Packard, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.7 (12 Ratings)	5 (5 Ratings)	4.1 (18 Ratings)	4.7 (18 Ratings)
27 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience		33 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English		Speaks Arabic, English, French	Speaks English, Spanish
Houston , TX	Houston , TX	Houston , TX	Houston , TX
Med School: Andhra Medical College	Med School: Ross University School of Medicine in Miramar, Florida		Med School: Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Venkata Lakshmi S K Achanta 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

Medical School

Graduated from Andhra Medical College in 1999.

NPI Number

Venkata Lakshmi S K Achanta's NPI number is 1487689303.

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Where is Venkata Lakshmi Achanta's office located?: Venkata Lakshmi Achanta's office is located at 4700 W Sam Houston Pkwy N Ste 220, Houston, TX, 77041.
Which hospitals is Venkata Lakshmi Achanta affiliated with?: Venkata Lakshmi Achanta is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare West.
Does Venkata Lakshmi Achanta accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Venkata Lakshmi Achanta accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Venkata Lakshmi Achanta speak?: Venkata Lakshmi Achanta speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Venkata Lakshmi Achanta?: You can find contact information for Venkata Lakshmi Achanta here on Vitals.

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