Browse nuclear medicine physicians in Texas.
69
Nuclear Medicine Physicians
100%
Accepting patients
87%
Most common: MD
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Texas has 69 licensed nuclear medicine physicians, which can make finding the right provider more challenging in some parts of the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (87%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. MD, PhD is the second most common at 7%.
Baylor College of Medicine and UT Southwestern Medical Center train nuclear medicine physicians in the state. Notable hospitals include MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston Methodist Hospital, and UT Southwestern University Hospital. Health systems such as MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baylor Scott & White Health, and Memorial Hermann Health System employ many of the state's nuclear medicine physicians.
48% accept Medicare. Patients with Texas Medicaid should verify coverage directly, as not all nuclear medicine physicians participate. The most widely accepted carriers include unitedhealthcare, qhp-33602, medicare, centene, and qhp-11718.
Texas has one of the largest rural healthcare networks in the country and more hospitals than any other state.
Texas has 69 licensed nuclear medicine physicians. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of nuclear medicine physicians in Texas are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among nuclear medicine physicians in Texas include unitedhealthcare, qhp-33602, medicare, centene, and qhp-11718. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
A PET/CT scan costs $1,000 to $6,000. A bone scan runs $500 to $2,000. A thyroid uptake scan costs $200 to $1,000. A cardiac nuclear stress test ranges from $500 to $3,000. Actual costs in Texas depend on the provider and your insurance plan. PET scans almost always require prior authorization. Ensure the imaging center is in-network and that authorization is obtained before the study. Outpatient imaging centers may offer lower costs than hospital-based facilities.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Texas has 69 nuclear medicine physicians. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
48% of nuclear medicine physicians in Texas accept Medicare. Medicare covers nuclear medicine studies when medically indicated. PET scans for cancer require prior authorization and must meet specific clinical criteria. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some nuclear medicine physicians in Texas accept Texas Medicaid, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers nuclear medicine studies in all states when medically necessary. Prior authorization is standard for PET scans and expensive studies. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Texas Medicaid participation before scheduling.
Nuclear medicine studies are ordered for specific diagnostic needs. Most patients have them infrequently. Cancer surveillance patients may have periodic PET scans as recommended by their oncologist. With 69 nuclear medicine physicians in Texas, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
Top accepted carriers in Texas include unitedhealthcare, qhp-33602, medicare, centene, and qhp-11718.
Nuclear medicine studies are covered under diagnostic imaging benefits. PET/CT scans almost always require prior authorization from your insurance company. Studies must be deemed medically necessary. Some insurers restrict PET scan coverage to specific cancer types or clinical scenarios. Verify authorization before the study to avoid unexpected costs.