HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY

Is HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY the right medical group for you? Comprehensive analysis of HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY to help you make the best healthcare decision for you and your family.

  • Last Updated: July 17, 2025
  • NPI Number: 3971508235
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HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY At A Glance


30
Medical Professionals

10
Office Locations

9
Specialties

N/A
Patient Satisfaction
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Hospital Network: Affiliated with 20 hospitals

  Why Should You Consider HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY for Your Healthcare?

HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY is a comprehensive medical group serving patients with 30 healthcare professionals across 10 convenient locations. Their diverse team specializes in 9 different medical areas, ensuring comprehensive care for various health needs. The group maintains strong partnerships with 20 hospitals, providing seamless care transitions when specialized treatment is needed.

Comprehensive Care Team

With 30 healthcare professionals, you have access to a diverse team of specialists, primary care physicians, and support staff all working together for your health.

Convenient Locations

10 office locations mean you can receive care closer to home, work, or wherever is most convenient for you and your family.

Wide Range of Specialties

Covering 9 medical specialties, you can often get multiple types of care within the same medical group, improving coordination and continuity.

Hospital Network Access

Strong partnerships with 20 hospitals ensure seamless care if you need specialized treatment or procedures.

Data Transparency

All information sourced from U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and verified as of July 17, 2025. We update our data monthly to ensure accuracy.

  What Do Patients Really Think About HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY?

Real patient feedback is the most valuable indicator of healthcare quality. Here's what actual patients say about their experience with HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY.

Data Sources: Patient ratings come from the official Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) survey and Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) data from U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This represents feedback from real patients who received care, not anonymous online reviews.

Patient Rating Data Not Available: HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY may be a newer practice or may not have enough survey responses to generate a reliable patient satisfaction score. This doesn't necessarily reflect poor quality - many excellent practices simply haven't accumulated enough survey data yet.

Detailed Patient Experience Metrics

Detailed patient experience breakdown is not available for HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY at this time.

Quality Performance Measures (MIPS)

The Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) tracks how well healthcare providers follow best practices and quality guidelines.

Quality Measure Performance Importance
Clinical Data Registry Reporting Yes Indicates adherence to evidence-based medical practices
Health Information Exchange(HIE) Bi-Directional Exchange Yes Indicates adherence to evidence-based medical practices
Implementation of medication management practice improvements Yes Indicates adherence to evidence-based medical practices
ONC Direct Review Attestation Yes Indicates adherence to evidence-based medical practices
ONC-ACB Surveillance Attestation Yes Indicates adherence to evidence-based medical practices
Practice Improvements for Bilateral Exchange of Patient Information Yes Indicates adherence to evidence-based medical practices
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information 84% Indicates adherence to evidence-based medical practices
Public Health Registry Reporting Yes Indicates adherence to evidence-based medical practices
Query of the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP) Yes Indicates adherence to evidence-based medical practices
Security Risk Analysis Yes Indicates adherence to evidence-based medical practices
Tobacco use Yes Indicates adherence to evidence-based medical practices
Use of decision support and standardized treatment protocols Yes Indicates adherence to evidence-based medical practices
e-Prescribing 94% Indicates adherence to evidence-based medical practices

  What Medical Specialties Can You Access at HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY?

One of the key advantages of choosing HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY is access to 9 different medical specialties under one healthcare system. This means better coordination of your care and fewer referrals to outside providers.

Coordinated Care

Your doctors can easily communicate and share your medical records, leading to better treatment decisions.

Faster Referrals

When you need a specialist, you can often get appointments more quickly within the same medical group.

Complete Specialty Directory

Medical Specialty Providers What They Treat
NURSE PRACTITIONER 3 Specialized medical care in this field
INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY 2 Specialized medical care in this field
GENERAL SURGERY 1 Specialized medical care in this field
OBSTETRICS/GYNECOLOGY 1 Specialized medical care in this field
RADIATION ONCOLOGY 2 Cancer diagnosis, treatment, and care
DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY 2 Specialized medical care in this field
UROLOGY 20 Specialized medical care in this field
PATHOLOGY 1 Specialized medical care in this field
Pro Tip: When scheduling appointments, ask about same-day or coordinated visits if you need to see multiple specialists. Many medical groups can arrange this for your convenience.

  Where Can You Find HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY Offices?

With 10 convenient locations, HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY makes it easier to access quality healthcare close to home or work.

HOUSTON, TX

4223 RICHMOND AVE 77027

713-634-4477

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Providers (17)
Dr. DANIEL GARLITOS

RADIATION ONCOLOGY
MD
NPI: 1386629574

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Dr. FRANCISCO GELPI-HAMMERSCHMIDT

UROLOGY
MD
NPI: 1821245655

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Dr. FRANCISCO GELPI-HAMMERSCHMIDT

UROLOGY
MD
NPI: 1821245655

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Dr. BRANDY KHODR

NURSE PRACTITIONER
NP
NPI: 1144730201

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13 more providers at this location
HOUSTON, TX

6560 FANNIN ST 77030

713-790-9700

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Providers (11)
Dr. FRANCISCO GELPI-HAMMERSCHMIDT

UROLOGY
MD
NPI: 1821245655

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Dr. DAVID GOLDFARB

UROLOGY
MD
NPI: 1225265168

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Dr. RICHARD GOLDFARB

UROLOGY
MD
NPI: 1649224924

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Dr. BRANDY KHODR

NURSE PRACTITIONER
NP
NPI: 1144730201

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7 more providers at this location
HOUSTON, TX

1140 WESTMONT DR 77015

713-453-4395

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Providers (4)
Dr. DESIREE BENSON

NURSE PRACTITIONER
NP
NPI: 1245980101

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Dr. MIGUEL CASTILLO SANTIAGO

NURSE PRACTITIONER
NPI: 1073165627

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Dr. LINH DO

OBSTETRICS/GYNECOLOGY
MD
NPI: 1073976114

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Dr. HERBERT WATKINS

UROLOGY
MD
NPI: 1043399322

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SUGAR LAND, TX

16605 SOUTHWEST FWY 250 77479

281-325-1090

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Providers (3)
Dr. LAWRENCE BAUM

UROLOGY
MD
NPI: 1336375484

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Dr. AN NGOC HOANG

UROLOGY
MD
NPI: 1194012310

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Dr. HANNAH PHAM

UROLOGY
MD
NPI: 1881157212

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HOUSTON, TX

7777 SOUTHWEST FWY 1032 77074

713-771-9224

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Providers (3)
Dr. BRENTON ARMSTRONG

UROLOGY
MD
NPI: 1669810826

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Dr. KEVIN NICKELL

UROLOGY
MD
NPI: 1053388785

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Dr. ZVI SCHIFFMAN

UROLOGY
MD
NPI: 1528036779

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HOUSTON, TX

9230 KATY FWY 77055

713-634-4441

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Providers (2)
Dr. FRANCISCO GELPI-HAMMERSCHMIDT

UROLOGY
MD
NPI: 1821245655

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Dr. GREGORY HESTER

UROLOGY
MD
NPI: 1508952870

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HOUSTON, TX

12121 RICHMOND AVE 77082

281-493-9966

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Providers (2)
Dr. ALAN HANANEL

UROLOGY
MD
NPI: 1861460040

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Dr. UCHENNA OKENKPU

PHYSICAL THERAPIST IN PRIVATE PRACTICE
PT
NPI: 1124693635

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RICHMOND, TX

1601 MAIN ST 77469

281-344-0049

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Providers (1)
Dr. PAOLO CHAMPION

UROLOGY
MD
NPI: 1982670998

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KATY, TX

142 BELLA KATY DR 77494

713-351-5000

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Providers (1)
Dr. POYAN RAFIEI

DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY
MD
NPI: 1225290380

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HOUSTON, TX

1213 HERMANN DR 77004

713-955-1707

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Providers (1)
Dr. ANDREW DOE

INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY
MD
NPI: 1023158649

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  What Hospital Network Access Do You Get with HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY?

When you choose HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY, you gain access to a network of 20 affiliated hospitals. This means seamless care if you need hospitalization, surgery, or specialized procedures.

Seamless Admissions

Your doctors can directly admit you to these hospitals with your medical history already available.

Coordinated Care

Hospital specialists work closely with your primary doctors for consistent treatment plans.

Better Communication

Shared electronic health records mean all your providers have access to your complete medical picture.

Partner Hospital Network

CAPE FEAR VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER

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CHI ST LUKE'S HEALTH BRAZOSPORT

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HCA HOUSTON HEALTHCARE SOUTHEAST

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HCA HOUSTON HEALTHCARE WEST

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HOUSTON METHODIST BAYTOWN HOSPITAL

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HOUSTON METHODIST CLEAR LAKE HOSPITAL

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HOUSTON METHODIST HOSPITAL

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HOUSTON METHODIST SUGARLAND HOSPITAL

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HOUSTON METHODIST THE WOODLANDS HOSPITAL

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HOUSTON METHODIST WEST HOSPITAL

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MATAGORDA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

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MEMORIAL HERMANN - TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER

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MEMORIAL HERMANN HOSPITAL SYSTEM

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MEMORIAL HERMANN SUGAR LAND HOSPITAL

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MERCY MEDICAL CENTER - CEDAR RAPIDS

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OAKBEND MEDICAL CENTER

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ST LUKE'S PATIENTS MEDICAL CENTER

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ST LUKE'S SUGAR LAND HOSPITAL

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ST LUKES HOSPITAL

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UNIVERSITY OF IOWA HEALTH CARE MEDICAL CENTER DOWN

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Why Hospital Partnerships Matter: When you need specialized care, surgery, or emergency treatment, having your doctors already connected to quality hospitals means faster, more coordinated care and better outcomes.

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Choosing the Right Medical Group: Consider factors like location convenience, specialty coverage, patient satisfaction scores, hospital affiliations, and insurance acceptance when comparing medical groups.

  Frequently Asked Questions About HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY

Get answers to the most common questions patients ask about HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY before choosing them as their healthcare provider.

To schedule an appointment with HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY, you can:

  • Call their main scheduling line (contact information available at their office locations)
  • Use their online patient portal if they offer one
  • Visit any of their 10 office locations in person
  • Ask your current doctor for a referral if you need specialist care

Pro tip: When calling, have your insurance information ready and mention if you're a new patient or need urgent care.

Insurance acceptance can vary by location and individual provider within HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY. We recommend:

  • Calling ahead to verify your specific insurance plan is accepted
  • Checking with your insurance company's provider directory
  • Asking about payment options if your insurance isn't accepted
  • Inquiring about self-pay rates and payment plans

Important: Even if HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY accepts your insurance, specialist services may require referrals or prior authorization.

Wait times can vary depending on the type of appointment and provider availability:

  • Routine primary care: Usually 1-3 weeks for established patients
  • Annual physicals: May need to book 2-8 weeks in advance
  • Specialist appointments: Can range from 2-12 weeks depending on the specialty
  • Urgent care: Same-day or next-day appointments often available

With 30 providers across 10 locations, HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY may have more appointment availability than smaller practices.

Most large medical groups like HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY offer online patient portals where you can:

  • View test results and medical records
  • Schedule appointments
  • Message your healthcare team
  • Request prescription refills
  • Update your contact and insurance information

Ask about portal access during your first visit or call their main office to get set up with online access.

New patient acceptance can vary by individual provider and location within HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY. Here's what to do:

  • Call the specific location you're interested in
  • Ask about new patient availability for your preferred provider type
  • Inquire about wait lists if your preferred doctor isn't taking new patients
  • Consider other providers within the group who may have availability

Large medical groups often have multiple providers in each specialty, increasing your chances of finding an available doctor.

HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY has admitting privileges at 20 hospitals:

  • CAPE FEAR VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
  • CHI ST LUKE'S HEALTH BRAZOSPORT
  • HCA HOUSTON HEALTHCARE SOUTHEAST
  • HCA HOUSTON HEALTHCARE WEST
  • HOUSTON METHODIST BAYTOWN HOSPITAL
  • HOUSTON METHODIST CLEAR LAKE HOSPITAL
  • HOUSTON METHODIST HOSPITAL
  • HOUSTON METHODIST SUGARLAND HOSPITAL
  • HOUSTON METHODIST THE WOODLANDS HOSPITAL
  • HOUSTON METHODIST WEST HOSPITAL
  • MATAGORDA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
  • MEMORIAL HERMANN - TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER
  • MEMORIAL HERMANN HOSPITAL SYSTEM
  • MEMORIAL HERMANN SUGAR LAND HOSPITAL
  • MERCY MEDICAL CENTER - CEDAR RAPIDS
  • OAKBEND MEDICAL CENTER
  • ST LUKE'S PATIENTS MEDICAL CENTER
  • ST LUKE'S SUGAR LAND HOSPITAL
  • ST LUKES HOSPITAL
  • UNIVERSITY OF IOWA HEALTH CARE MEDICAL CENTER DOWN

This network gives you access to specialized care while maintaining continuity with your primary medical team.

Still Have Questions? Contact HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY directly for the most up-to-date information about services, scheduling, and insurance acceptance. Their staff can provide personalized answers to your specific healthcare needs.

  Key Takeaways: Is HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY Right for You?

Here's a quick summary to help you decide if HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY is the right healthcare choice for you and your family.

Strengths

  • Large Provider Network: 30 healthcare professionals
  • Multiple Locations: 10 offices for convenience
  • Specialty Coverage: 9 different medical specialties
  • Hospital Access: Partnerships with 20 hospitals

Consider

  • Size: Large groups may feel less personal than smaller practices
  • Scheduling: Popular providers may have longer wait times
  • Insurance: Verify coverage varies by individual provider
  • Patient Data: Limited patient satisfaction data available
Our Recommendation

HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY appears to be worth considering for patients who value having multiple specialties and locations available. The large size offers advantages in specialty access and convenience, but consider scheduling a consultation to ensure the practice culture fits your preferences.

Best for: Patients who want coordinated care across multiple specialties, value convenience of multiple locations, and prefer the resources of a larger medical group.

This analysis is based on publicly available data from U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) as of July 17, 2025. Individual experiences may vary. We recommend contacting HOUSTON METRO UROLOGY directly to discuss your specific healthcare needs and verify current information.

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