Rice Medical Center

Primary Care in Eagle Lake, Texas

Address:
600 South Austin Rd
Eagle Lake, TX 77434

County: Colorado County

Phone: (979) 234-5571

Alt. Phone: (979) 234-2551

Open today for 24 hours - Call to schedule a visit

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About This Clinic

Rice Medical Center is a primary care center located at 600 South Austin Rd Eagle Lake, TX 77434 . This provider is open 7 days a week.

Rice Medical Center and Rice Medical Associates is a community-focused healthcare provider with a commitment to offering high-quality primary care services to patients of all ages. Their facilities include a critical access hospital offering 24-hour emergency services, inpatient and outpatient medical and surgical care, and various specialized clinics, including for behavioral health. The center is dedicated to maintaining a patient-centered approach, treating individuals with respect, compassion, and integrity. They also provide a Preventative Wellness Membership Program, ChartSpan, aimed at facilitating care coordination for Medicare patients year-round. Rice Medical Center is proud of its financial assistance programs designed to ensure that no one is refused care due to their ability to pay, making healthcare accessible for all in the community. Patients can communicate easily with their healthcare providers through a secure patient portal, enhancing their healthcare experience.

Hours of Operation

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Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Care Services

  • Advanced imaging (X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, ultrasounds, digital mammograms)
  • Annual physical exams
  • Care coordination for Medicare patients
  • Chronic disease management
  • Diabetes management
  • Emergency care
  • Health screenings.
  • Inpatient and outpatient care
  • Laboratory services
  • Mental health services
  • Occupational therapy
  • Physical therapy
  • Preventive wellness programs
  • Respiratory therapy
  • Skilled nursing services
  • Sleep studies
  • Surgical services
  • Telemedicine services
  • Vaccinations
  • Wound care

Accepted Insurance Plans

Rice Medical Center — along with some of the providers practicing at this location — may currently accept health insurance plans from the companies listed below. Insurance participation may vary by physician, so we recommend verifying with the practice directly to confirm current coverage.

  • Aetna CVS Health
  • Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health
  • Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness
  • Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan
  • Ambetter of Oklahoma
  • Baylor Scott and White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Community Health Choice
  • Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

What Patients Are Saying? - Review Consensus

At Rice Medical Center, the experience patients share is overwhelmingly positive, with many highlighting the exceptional care, professionalism, and compassion displayed by the staff. This medical practice has earned high praise for its dedicated team, who treat patients like family and ensure that every visit is as comfortable and informative as possible. From smooth ER experiences to thorough consultations, patients feel valued and respected throughout their healthcare journey. The recent improvements in facilities, including the new rehab wing, contribute to an overall sense of well-being and satisfaction. If you are seeking a healthcare provider that excels in patient care with a personal touch, Rice Medical Center may be the ideal choice for you.

What Patients Love Most

  • Compassionate Care
  • Attentive Staff
  • Friendly And Professional Environment
  • Quick Service
  • Thorough Explanations
  • Comfortable Facilities
  • Excellent Bedside Manner
  • Individualized Attention
  • Commitment To Patient Well-being
  • Strong Teamwork.

Understanding the Provider Review Consensus

While individual patient reviews offer valuable insights, they often reflect singular, subjective experiences that may not represent the full scope of a provider’s performance. To offer a more comprehensive perspective, we apply a broader methodology through our Provider Review Consensus. This approach involves analyzing the most recent patient reviews to summarize a clear and representative view of public sentiment about this provider.

We identified consistent patterns in the patient’s feedback, that’s why we can display a more accurate and balanced overview of each provider. This includes highlighting frequently noted strengths like staff professionalism, appointment efficiency, and quality of care. Our objective is to support your decision-making process with a well-rounded understanding of the provider, enabling you to make an informed and confident choice regarding your healthcare.

Meet Your Care Team

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Name Specialization
Tyara Barge, LCSW Social Worker (Clinical)
Ramon Omar Cantu, D.O. Family Medicine
Melanie Farrell, PA-C Physician Assistant
DR. Michael W. Peterson, MD Emergency Medicine
MR. Robert Gerard Rice, NP Nurse Practitioner (Family)
DR. Raymond Russell Thomas, DO Family Medicine
Jennifer Wegenhoft, PA-C Physician Assistant

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