Search

See All Gastroenterologists in San Antonio, TX

Dr. Richard Otero, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 71
Dr. Richard Otero, MD
4.4 (53 Ratings)
Share
icon-circle-check
Link Copied!
Profile link copied to clipboard!
Dr. Richard Otero, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in San Antonio, TX.
Dr. Richard Otero, MD
4.4 (53 Ratings)
Share
icon-circle-check
Link Copied!
Profile link copied to clipboard!

Dr. Richard Otero, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 71
San Antonio, TX
Call for new patient details
46 years of experience
Dr. Richard Otero, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in San Antonio, TX.

About

Dr. Richard Otero, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in San Antonio, TX and has 46 years experience. They graduated from University of Texas at Dallas. They currently practice at San Antonio Gastroenterology Associates and are affiliated with Methodist Hospital, Metropolitan Methodist Hospital, Val Verde Regional Medical Center, Methodist Hospital South and Baptist Medical Center. Dr. Otero has experience treating conditions like Esophagitis, Reflux Esophagitis and Gastroptosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Otero received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 53 times. Their office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Otero is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Explains Conditions Well

Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.

Trustworthy

Patients said this doctor is trustworthy.

Friendly Staff

Patients said the staff was friendly.

Easy Scheduling

Patients said scheduling was easy.

Compare with other Gastroenterology Specialists

Compare Dr. Otero with Gastroenterology Specialists near you
Advertisement

Experience Check

Enter a condition or procedure
Esophagitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Gastroptosis
Esophagitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Gastroptosis
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Hemorrhoids
Abdominal Pain
Acute Gastritis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
  • View other providers who treat Anemia
Barrett's Esophagus
Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
  • View other providers who treat Diarrhea
Dysphagia
Esophageal Varices
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroparesis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Nausea
  • View other providers who treat Nausea
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Vomiting Disorders
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Ascites
  • View other providers who treat Ascites
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Obstruction
Biliary Cirrhosis
Celiac Disease
Cholangitis
Chronic Anal Fissure
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Duodenal Cancer
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Food Allergy
Gallstones
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Heartburn
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis C
Hernia
  • View other providers who treat Hernia
Hiatal Hernia
Indigestion
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lactose Intolerance
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Malnutrition
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Pancreatitis
Peptic Ulcer
Potassium Deficiency
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Proctoptosis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rectal Ulcer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Stomal Ulcer
Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
  • View other providers who treat pH Probe
Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

Insurance Accepted

* Please verify this information when scheduling an appointment.
  • AWH BaptistHealth HealthTexas Managed Choice
    Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
  • Superior Health Plan
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan PPO
    BSW Access PPO
  • BestChoice PPO
    Blue Essentials HMO
  • Blue Advantage HMO
    Blue Card PPO
  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • National POS
    Preferred PPO
  • Choice Plus POS
    Medica Choice
    Navigate HMO
    Navigate POS
    Nexus Open Access
    Options PPO

Locations

  1. 1 San Antonio Tx Endoscopy Asc Lpthe
    520 E Euclid Ave, San Antonio, TX 78212
  2. 2 Skin Cancer Dermatology Pllc
    3327 Research Plz Ste 414, San Antonio, TX 78235

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Otero
4.4
Based on 53 Reviews
5 Stars (42)
4 Stars (3)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (6)

Leave a review

How likely are you to recommend Dr. Otero?

(Select your rating)
Patient Reviews
Feb 01, 2024
Efficient, courteous, thorough
— Feb 01, 2024
See more reviews on Healthgrades
Photo: Dr. Richard Otero, MD
How would you rate your experience with Dr. Richard Otero, MD?
  • Likelihood of recommending Dr. Otero to family and friends

Dr. Otero's Office & Staff

  • Ease of scheduling urgent appointments
  • Office environment, cleanliness, comfort, etc.
  • Staff friendliness and courteousness
  • Total wait time (waiting & exam rooms)

Experience with Dr. Otero

  • Level of trust in provider's decisions
  • How well provider explains medical condition(s)
  • How well provider listens and answers questions
  • Hpends appropriate amount of time with patients

Tell Us About Yourself

  • Your gender:
  • Your age group:
  • Number of office visits you've had in the last 2 years:

Finish Here

  • How would you like to confirm your survey information?
    Standard text messaging and data rates may apply.
Thank you for sharing your feedback about Dr. Richard Otero, MD.
Claim Your Profile
Are you Dr. Richard Otero, MD?
Respond to reviews, add information, and reach more patients. Claiming is free and only takes a minute.

Claim my profile

About Me

Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
  • *Sharecare does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.
Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Texas at Dallas
    1978
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Common Questions and Answers
Responses are sourced directly from patients.
Does Dr. Otero communicate via email?
5 users said yes.
Yes
(5)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Otero offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
5 users said yes.
Yes
(5)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Otero offer an online patient portal?
5 users said yes.
Yes
(5)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Otero have free onsite parking?
5 users said yes.
Yes
(5)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Otero offer weekend visits?
1 user said yes.
Yes
(1)
No
(2)
Does Dr. Otero offer evening visits?
1 user said yes.
Yes
(1)
No
(2)
Does Dr. Otero specialize in working with children or adolescents?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Otero specialize in working with seniors?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Otero specialize in couples therapy?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Otero specialize in working with LGBTQ+ community?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Otero accept insurance?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)

Frequently Asked Questions

Find contact information here to make an appointment.

A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Otero, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Otero's profile.

Dr. Otero frequently treats the following conditions: Esophagitis, Reflux Esophagitis and Gastroptosis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Otero, MD is affiliated with Methodist Hospital, Metropolitan Methodist Hospital, Val Verde Regional Medical Center, Methodist Hospital South and Baptist Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Richard Otero, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Methodist Hospital

    7700 Floyd Curl Dr, San Antonio, TX

  • Metropolitan Methodist Hospital

    1310 McCullough Ave, San Antonio, TX

  • Val Verde Regional Medical Center

    801 N Bedell Ave, Del Rio, TX

  • Methodist Hospital South

    1905 E State Highway 97, Jourdanton, TX

  • Baptist Medical Center

    111 Dallas St, San Antonio, TX