Expertise in
1
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Dr. Mir R. Bekheirnia

Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
1504 Taub Loop, 
Houston, TX 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
1
conditions
1504 Taub Loop, 
Houston, TX 

Overview

Mir Bekheirnia is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Houston, Texas.

Dr. Bekheirnia is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypotonia, Nephronophthisis, Microcephaly, and Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 38 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Bekheirnia is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Pediatrics
Medical Genetics

Licenses

Clinical Genetics in TX

Hospital Affiliations

Harris Health

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Community Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
Friday Health

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Health Care Services Corporation
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
1504 Taub Loop, Houston, TX 77030

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

38 Total Publications

Bi-allelic loss-of-function variants in TMEM63B cause syndromic surfactant dysfunction disorder.
Bi-allelic loss-of-function variants in TMEM63B cause syndromic surfactant dysfunction disorder.
Journal: American journal of human genetics
Published: January 29, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mir R. Bekheirnia

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mir R. Bekheirnia?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Mir R. Bekheirnia by calling their office at 713-873-2000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Mir R. Bekheirnia a top-rated expert for Hypotonia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mir R. Bekheirnia is classified as an Advanced expert for Hypotonia, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Mir R. Bekheirnia specialize in?

While Dr. Mir R. Bekheirnia is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Hypotonia, Nephronophthisis, and Microcephaly. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.

Does Dr. Mir R. Bekheirnia participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Mir R. Bekheirnia has published 38 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hypotonia. You can view a list of Dr. Mir R. Bekheirnia's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Mir R. Bekheirnia accept my insurance?

Dr. Mir R. Bekheirnia accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Community Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-873-2000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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