UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
Houston, TX 

Overview

Rick Vavolizza is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas.

His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroschisis, Hernia, Breast Cancer, and Gastrostomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

General Surgery

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D

Locations

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Rick Vavolizza

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Rick Vavolizza by calling their office at 713-792-2121. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Rick Vavolizza a top-rated expert for Gastrostomy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rick Vavolizza is classified as an Experienced expert for Gastrostomy, 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. Rick Vavolizza specialize in?

While Dr. Rick Vavolizza is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gastrostomy, Gastroschisis, and Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Rick Vavolizza accept my insurance?

Dr. Rick Vavolizza accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-792-2121 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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