Compare 251 urologists in Houston, TX. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
251
Urologists
100%
Accepting patients
90%
Most common: MD
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Houston is home to the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex on the planet. That single fact shapes everything about healthcare here. If your condition is treatable, someone in Houston can treat it. The challenge is navigating a metro that sprawls across 670 square miles with no zoning laws and limited public transit.
Houston has 251 urologists. The most common credential is MD (90%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
The Texas Medical Center sits south of downtown, accessible via I-69/US-59, the METRORail Red Line, and the 610 Loop. It contains over 60 institutions within a few square miles. For patients outside the loop, Houston Methodist, Memorial Hermann, and HCA each operate suburban hospitals in Katy, Sugar Land, The Woodlands, and Pearland. Getting to any of them means driving, usually on a freeway.
Providers practice throughout Houston. The Heights is a popular residential area with independent practices and easy access to the Medical Center via I-45. Montrose is a diverse, walkable neighborhood with LGBTQ+ affirming care and proximity to the Texas Medical Center. Rice Village is adjacent to Rice University and the Medical Center, with specialist offices concentrated along University Boulevard. Midtown is a dense, central neighborhood with quick light-rail access to the Texas Medical Center.
Nearby hospitals include Houston Methodist Hospital, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center. Local training programs run through Baylor College of Medicine and University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. The Texas Medical Center in Houston is the largest medical complex in the world, with over 60 institutions.
A first visit includes a detailed medical and urologic history, a physical exam (which may include a prostate exam for men), and a urine sample. The urologist may order imaging (ultrasound, CT scan) or schedule a cystoscopy (a scope to look inside the bladder) depending on your symptoms. They will explain findings and discuss treatment options ranging from lifestyle changes and medication to surgical procedures.
Choose your hospital system early. Houston Methodist, Memorial Hermann, and Baylor/St. Luke's each have their own networks of primary care and specialists. Crossing between systems means duplicate imaging, new patient intake, and potentially different patient portals.
See a urologist for blood in your urine, frequent or painful urination, difficulty starting or stopping urination, kidney stones, recurrent urinary tract infections, prostate concerns (elevated PSA, enlargement), erectile dysfunction, male infertility, testicular lumps or pain, or urinary incontinence. Your primary care doctor may refer you after initial testing.
Office visit copay: $30-75 · Cystoscopy: $500-3,000 · Lithotripsy: $5,000-15,000 · Vasectomy: $500-1,000
Houston, TX has 251 licensed urologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of urologists in Houston, TX are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
Houston's employer insurance market leans toward Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Aetna, and UnitedHealthcare. Harris Health System (with Ben Taub and LBJ hospitals) serves uninsured residents through its Gold Card financial assistance program. Texas did not expand Medicaid, so coverage gaps are wider here than in states that did. Marketplace plans through healthcare.gov are available with multiple carriers.
An office visit copay is $30 to $75. A cystoscopy costs $500 to $3,000. Lithotripsy for kidney stones runs $5,000 to $15,000. A vasectomy costs $500 to $1,000. Actual costs in Houston, TX depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Urologic procedures are often done in ambulatory surgery centers, which may cost significantly less than hospital settings. Ask your urologist about facility options and verify insurance coverage for each location.
Houston's healthcare market is dominated by three systems: Houston Methodist (11 hospitals, strong cardiology and transplant), Memorial Hermann (17 hospitals, the city's largest system by bed count), and Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center (affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine). MD Anderson operates independently for cancer care. Your choice of PCP within one of these systems shapes your referral path.
73% of urologists in Houston, TX accept Medicare. Medicare covers urology visits, PSA tests, and medically necessary procedures. Prostate cancer screening (PSA test) is covered annually for men over 50. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some urologists in Houston, TX accept Texas Medicaid, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers urology services in all states. Coverage for specific procedures and medications varies by state. Prior authorization may be required for surgical procedures. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Texas Medicaid participation before scheduling.
The Harris Health Gold Card is a financial assistance program for low-income, uninsured Harris County residents. It provides access to care at Ben Taub Hospital, LBJ Hospital, and Harris Health clinics. Eligibility is based on income (generally below 150% of the federal poverty level) and Harris County residency. You apply in person at a Harris Health eligibility office.
No. While the TMC houses globally recognized specialty centers like MD Anderson and Texas Heart Institute, it also has primary care clinics, urgent care, dental offices, and rehabilitation facilities. Many Houstonians use TMC-affiliated providers for routine care, especially if they work nearby.
Top accepted carriers in Houston, TX include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-33602, qhp-11718, and qhp-44228.
Urology visits are covered as specialist visits under medical insurance. Procedures like cystoscopy, lithotripsy, and prostate biopsies typically require prior authorization. PSA blood tests are covered as preventive care for eligible patients. In-network vs. out-of-network status matters for both office visits and any surgical facility. Verify before scheduling procedures.