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Dr. Richard Steel, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 53
Dr. Richard Steel, MD
4.6 (37 Ratings)

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Dr. Richard Steel, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Mcallen, TX.
Dr. Richard Steel, MD
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Dr. Richard Steel, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 53
Mcallen, TX
Accepting new patients
23 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Richard Steel, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Mcallen, TX.

About

Dr. Richard Steel, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Mcallen, TX and has 23 years experience. They graduated from Mexican-American University Of The North School Of Medicine in 2001 and completed a residency at Memorial Health University Medical Center.They currently practice at Alliance In Health Diabetes Control Center and are affiliated with Doctors Hospital At Renaissance, Mission Regional Medical Center, South Texas Health System Edinburg and South Texas Health System McAllen. Dr. Steel has experience treating conditions like Diabetic Polyneuropathy, Vitamin D Deficiency and Vitamin_Deficiency among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Steel received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 37 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Steel also speaks Spanish. Dr. Steel is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin_Deficiency
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin_Deficiency
Constipation
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Coma
Dyslipidemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypogonadism
Hypothyroidism
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Joint Pain
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Lipid Disorders
Osteopenia
Proteinuria
Testicular Dysfunction
Thyroid Cyst
Thyroid Nodule
Tobacco Use Disorder
Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Cardiovascular Disease Counseling
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Wellness Examination
Abdominal Pain
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchitis
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Canker Sore
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Cold Sore
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Diabetes
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Diabetes Complications
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Diabetic Nephropathy
Diabetic Neuropathy
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Dizziness
Dysphagia
Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Essential Tremor
Fibromyalgia
Gait Abnormality
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Goiter
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Gynecomastia
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hypercalcemia
Hypertension
Hyperthyroidism
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Lactose Intolerance
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipedema
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Low Back Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Metabolic Syndrome
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Outer Ear Infection
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Perimenopause
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Edema
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pinched Nerve in Back
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Polyneuropathy
Radiculopathy
Rash
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Ringworm
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Secondary Hypertension
Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Symptomatic Menopause
Thyroid Goiter
Thyrotoxicosis Factitia
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Wheezing
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Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
ACTH (Cosyntropin) Stimulation Test
Cholesterol Screening
Chronic Diabetes Management
Dexamethasone Suppression Test
Diabetes Screening
Diabetic Evaluation
Diabetic Foot Exam
Dynamic Endocrine Function Test
Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
Thyroid Hormone Replacement
Thyroid Nodule Evaluation
Thyroid Scan
Thyroid Screening
Ultrasound
VAP Lipid Testing
Water Deprivation Test

Insurance Accepted

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  • Superior Health Plan
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Open Access
  • Blue Advantage HMO
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  • Medicare
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
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  • Cigna PPO
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    Open Access Plus
  • Choice Care PPO
    Preferred PPO
  • Medicaid
  • MultiPlan PPO
    PHCS Network PPO
  • Choice Plus POS
    Navigate HMO
    Navigate POS
    Options PPO
    United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Alliance in Health Pllc
    800 E Dove Ave Ste I, Mcallen, TX 78504

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Steel
4.6
Based on 37 Reviews
5 Stars (32)
4 Stars (2)
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1 Star (3)

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Nov 28, 2020
Absolutely pleased with Dr. Steel attitude, instruction and delivery all presented a calm, direct approach to his diagnosis and diabetes care.
Eduard Zeller — Nov 28, 2020
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • ``Patients know what is best for them. My duty as a physician is to listen to my patients and, together with them, develop a customized plan for them to achieve their best possible health. I pride myself on always delivering the highest quality of care, and I will continue to do so in an honest, compassionate, and respectful manner.`` - Dr. Richard Steel

Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Richard Steel, MD is an internal medicine specialist in Mcallen, TX and has over 22 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Mexican-American University Of The North School Of Medicine in 2001. He specializes in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism.
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Internal Medicine
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Mexican-American University Of The North School Of Medicine
    2001
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Memorial Health University Medical Center
    2008
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Memorial Health University Medical Center
    2010
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Steel, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Steel's profile.

Dr. Steel frequently treats the following conditions: Diabetic Polyneuropathy, Vitamin D Deficiency and Vitamin_Deficiency. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Steel, MD is affiliated with Doctors Hospital At Renaissance, Mission Regional Medical Center, South Texas Health System Edinburg and South Texas Health System McAllen.

Yes, Dr. Richard Steel, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Doctors Hospital At Renaissance

    5501 S McColl Rd, Edinburg, TX

  • Mission Regional Medical Center

    900 S Bryan Rd, Mission, TX

  • South Texas Health System Edinburg

    1102 W Trenton Rd, Edinburg, TX

  • South Texas Health System McAllen

    301 W Expressway 83, McAllen, TX