Search

See All Nephrologists in Cypress, TX
Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD
Nephrology* Age 61
Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD

Offers telehealth

Share
icon-circle-check
Link Copied!
Profile link copied to clipboard!
Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD is a Nephrologist in Cypress, TX.
Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD
Share
icon-circle-check
Link Copied!
Profile link copied to clipboard!

Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD

Nephrology* Age 61
Cypress, TX
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD is a Nephrologist in Cypress, TX.
Be the first to review this provider!
Have you seen Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD?

About

Dr. Velasco graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1998 and completed a residency at University of Miami - Jackson Memorial Medical Center. Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD is a Nephrologist in Cypress, TX and has 34 years experience. Dr. Velasco currently practices at Houston Nephrology Group, P.A. and is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress. Dr. Velasco has experience treating conditions like Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease, Chronic Kidney Diseases, Acute Kidney Failure, Parathyroid (Gland) Disease, Hyperparathyroidism, Hypotension (Excluding Maternal), Renal Hyperparathyroidism, Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II, Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia, Gout, Nephritis and Nephropathy, Hypokalemia, End-Stage Renal Disease, Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III, Calcium Metabolism Disorders and Diabetes With Renal Manifestations among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Velasco's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Velasco is board certified in Nephrology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Experience Check

Enter a condition or procedure
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Acute Kidney Failure
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Acute Kidney Failure
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Gout
  • View other providers who treat Gout
Nephritis and Nephropathy
Hypokalemia
End-Stage Renal Disease
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Hemodialysis
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV
Proteinuria
Hyperkalemia
Vitamin D Deficiency
Renal Osteodystrophy
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Hydronephrosis
Acidosis
  • View other providers who treat Acidosis
Congenital Anomalies of Kidney
Hypercalcemia
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Kidney Stones
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
Hypertension
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage I
Congenital Cystic Kidney Disease
Nephrotic Syndrome
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD)
Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Acute Glomerulonephritis
Acute Kidney Infection
Acute Nephritic Syndrome
Alkalosis
Chronic Glomerulonephritis
Chronic Nephritic Syndrome
Congenital Medullary Cystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Renal Agenesis and Dysgenesis
Dehydration
Diabetes Insipidus
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Kidney Hypertrophy
Kidney Infection
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Rhabdomyolysis
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Small Kidney
Systemic Vasculitis
Ureteral Stones
Vasculitis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
End-Stage Renal Disease Related Services
Kidney Transplant Evaluation
Living Kidney Donor Evaluation
Peritoneal Dialysis
Plasmapheresis
Renal Scan
Ultrasound

Insurance Accepted

* Please verify this information when scheduling an appointment.
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
    LocalPlus
    Cigna
  • Preferred
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Curative EPO
    Curative
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • Superior Health Plan
  • Preferred PPO
    Choice Care PPO
  • Blue Advantage HMO
    Blue Advantage
    Blue Choice
    Blue Card
    Blue Card PPO
  • Choice Care (Humana)
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
    HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Choice Plus POS II
    Aetna
  • Choice Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
    First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Houston Area HMO-Standard

Patient Satisfaction

Be the first to leave a review

How likely are you to recommend Dr. Velasco?

(Select your rating)
See more reviews on Healthgrades
Photo: Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD
How would you rate your experience with Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD?
  • Likelihood of recommending Dr. Velasco to family and friends

Dr. Velasco's Office & Staff

  • Ease of scheduling urgent appointments
  • Staff friendliness and courteousness
  • Total wait time (waiting & exam rooms)

Experience with Dr. Velasco

  • 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

Finish Here

Thank you for sharing your feedback about Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD.

Claim Your Profile
Are you Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD?
Respond to reviews, add information, and reach more patients. Claiming is free and only takes a minute.

Claim my profile
Telehealth Options
This provider has not specified a telehealth appointment method. Would you still like to make an appointment with Dr. Velasco?
Call now to make an appointment
(281) 571-8090

About Me

Specialties*
Nephrology
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.
Common Questions and Answers
Responses are sourced directly from patients.
Does Dr. Velasco communicate via email?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Velasco offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Velasco offer an online patient portal?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Velasco have free onsite parking?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Velasco offer weekend visits?
1 user said yes.
Yes
(1)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Velasco offer evening visits?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Velasco specialize in working with children or adolescents?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Velasco specialize in working with seniors?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Velasco specialize in couples therapy?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Velasco specialize in working with LGBTQ+ community?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Velasco 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. Ariel Velasco, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Velasco's profile.

Dr. Velasco frequently treats the following conditions: Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease, Chronic Kidney Diseases, Acute Kidney Failure, Parathyroid (Gland) Disease, Hyperparathyroidism, Hypotension (Excluding Maternal), Renal Hyperparathyroidism, Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II, Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia, Gout, Nephritis and Nephropathy, Hypokalemia, End-Stage Renal Disease, Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III, Calcium Metabolism Disorders and Diabetes With Renal Manifestations. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress.

Yes, Dr. Ariel Velasco, MD holds board certification in Nephrology.

Education
Medical Education
  • ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE
    1998
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Nephrology
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.
Internship
  • George Washington University
Internship
Residency Hospital
  • University of Miami - Jackson Memorial Medical Center
    2003
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • Oregon Health & Science University
Fellowship Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

  • HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress

    21214 Northwest Fwy, Cypress, TX

Explore More Providers