Endocrinology Care Close to Home

KelseyCare Aetna

Aetna PPO, POS, and EPO Plans

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic is an in-network provider for most Aetna PPO, POS, and EPO plans*, including:

• Aetna Open Access Elect Choice (EPO)
• Aetna Select
• Aetna Open Access Select
• Aetna Open Choice PPO
• Aetna Open Choice POS II
• Aetna Managed Choice (PPO)
• Aetna Open Access Managed Choice (PPO)
• Aetna Medicare Advantage Plans

First Health PPO via Aetna plans

Blue Cross Blue Shield

The specific BCBSTX PPO and HMO plans in which Kelsey-Seybold participates are:

• Anthem BCBS PPO
• Blue Access Choice PPO
• Blue Access PPO
• Blue Card PPO
• Blue Edge PPO
• Blue Essentials HMO Click here to learn more about selecting a Kelsey Primary Care Physician
• Blue Choice PPO
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (Basic, Standard and Blue Focus Options) 
• Coupe Health plan
• Health Select of Texas - ERS Click here to learn more about selecting a Kelsey Primary Care Physician
• TRS-ActiveCare Primary Click here to learn more about selecting a Kelsey Primary Care Physician
• TRS-ActiveCare Primary+ Click here to learn more about selecting a Kelsey Primary Care Physician
• TRS-ActiveCare HD
• TRS-ActiveCare 2
• UT Select

Kelsey-Seybold does not participate in the following BCBSTX plans: Blue Premier, Blue High-Performance network. 

BCBSTX Marketplace plans: Kelsey-Seybold does not accept BCBS Marketplace plans (My Blue Health / Blue Advantage HMO). For information on which ACA Marketplace plans are accepted, visit Marketplace Plans currently accepted plans.

BCBSTX Medicare products: Kelsey-Seybold does not accept BCBS Medicare Advantage plans. For information on which Medicare Advantage plans are accepted, visit Medicare Advantage Plans.

Cigna

• Choice Fund PPO
• Choice Fund Open Access Plus (OAP)
• Cigna EPO
• Cigna HMO
  • Note: A Kelsey-Seybold PCP is required to schedule a primary care appointment. Please contact Cigna at the phone number on the back of your member ID card or go online to the Cigna member portal to select a Kelsey-Seybold PCP prior to your appointment.
• Cigna KelseyCare
• Cigna HMO Open Access (OA)
• Cigna HMO Open Access Plus (OAP)
• Cigna POS
• Cigna PPO
• Cigna Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP)
• KelseyCare powered by Cigna
• LocalPlus
• LocalPlus IN

Kelsey-Seybold does not accept Cigna Medicare Advantage plans. For information on which Medicare Advantage plans are accepted, visit Medicare Advantage Plans

Kelsey Plan

When you select a Kelsey Plan, you’re choosing the doctors at Kelsey-Seybold Clinic to deliver and coordinate your care.

KelseyCare Advantage

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KelseyCare Aetna

Kelsey-Seybold does not participate in Aetna HMO and HNO plans, including Aetna QPOS.  

KelseyCare Powered by Cigna

HMO

Aetna Medicare

KelseyCare Advantage

Wellcare / TexanPlus

United HealthCare

UnitedHealthcare (UHC) Individual & Family Plans

• UHC Kelsey-Seybold Bronze Copay Focus
• UHC Kelsey-Seybold Bronze-A Copay Focus
• UHC Kelsey-Seybold Bronze-B Copay Focus
• UHC Kelsey-Seybold Bronze-X Copay Focus
• UHC Kelsey-Seybold Silver Copay Focus
• UHC Kelsey-Seybold Silver-E Copay Focus
• UHC Kelsey-Seybold Silver-D Copay Focus
• UHC Kelsey-Seybold Silver-C Copay Focus
• UHC Kelsey-Seybold Silver-A Copay Focus
• UHC Kelsey-Seybold Silver-B Copay Focus
• UHC Kelsey-Seybold Silver-X Copay Focus
• UHC Kelsey-Seybold Gold Copay Focus
• UHC Kelsey-Seybold Gold-A Copay Focus
• UHC Kelsey-Seybold Gold-B Copay Focus
• UHC Kelsey-Seybold Gold-X Copay Focus

UnitedHealthcare (UHC)

• UnitedHealthcare Charter
  • Note: A Kelsey-Seybold PCP is required to schedule a primary care appointment. Please contact United Healthcare Charter at the phone number on the back of your member ID card or go online to the United Healthcare member portal to select a Kelsey-Seybold PCP prior to your appointment.
• UnitedHealthcare Choice
• UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus
• UnitedHealthcare Core
• UnitedHealthcare Core Plus
• UnitedHealthcare Navigate
  • Note: A Kelsey-Seybold PCP is required to schedule a primary care appointment. Please contact United Healthcare Navigate at the phone number on the back of your member ID card or go online to the United Healthcare member portal to select a Kelsey-Seybold PCP prior to your appointment.
• UnitedHealthcare Navigate Plus
  • Note: A Kelsey-Seybold PCP is required to schedule a primary care appointment. Please contact United Healthcare Navigate Plus at the phone number on the back of your member ID card or go online to the United Healthcare member portal to select a Kelsey-Seybold PCP prior to your appointment.
• UnitedHealthcare NexusACO-R
  • Note: A Kelsey-Seybold PCP is required to schedule a primary care appointment. Please contact United Healthcare NexusACO at the phone number on the back of your member ID card or go online to the United Healthcare member portal to select a Kelsey-Seybold PCP prior to your appointment.
• UnitedHealthcare NexusACO (OAP and OA)
• UnitedHealthcare Options PPO
• UnitedHealthcare Select
• UnitedHealthcare Select Plus
• United Healthcare Surest plan

UnitedHealthcare (UHC) Medicare Advantage Plans

Allied Benefit Systems/NGBS

Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB)

• APWU Health Plan Nationwide – CDHP with UnitedHealthcare PPO
• APWU Health Plan Nationwide – High Option with Cigna PPO
• GEHA Benefit Plan Nationwide – High & Standard Options with UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus
• NALC Nationwide with Cigna OAP
• NALC Value Option Nationwide with Cigna OAP
• SAMBA Nationwide – High & Standard with Cigna OAP
• Blue Cross Blue Shield – Standard Option
• Blue Cross Blue Shield – Basic Option
• Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Focus Option

First Health PPO

Great West Healthcare (also known as Cigna-GWH)

• POS
• PPO
• Open Access

HealthSmart PPO

Medicare (Click here to visit our Medicare Advantage page)

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic accepts the following Medicare Advantage Plans: KelseyCare Advantage, Aetna Medicare Advantage, WellCare TexanPlus, and select UnitedHealthcare plans. Effective January 1, 2009, Kelsey-Seybold Clinic does not accept patients with traditional Medicare.

MultiPlan PPO

Private Healthcare Systems PPO (PHCS)

Unity Preferred Network (UPN) -

When the UPN logo appears on the ID card, UPN is the primary network and is accepted at Kelsey-Seybold Clinic.

As of January 30, 2024, Kelsey-Seybold Medical Group PLLC accepts the following vision plans.

This information is subject to change at any time. Please contact Kelsey-Seybold's Contact Center at 713-442-0427 before scheduling an appointment to confirm that the health plan listed is currently being accepted.

Spectera Vision Plan (also known as UnitedHealthcare Vision or OptumHealth Vision) 

United Healthcare Vision - KelseyCare Advantage members only

Endocrinologists diagnose and provide personalized care plans to treat hormone disorders in females, including thyroid issues, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), infertility, and menopause-related problems.

Endocrinologists treat conditions like diabetes, thyroid disorders, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, and hormonal imbalances. You should seek care from an endocrinologist if you experience symptoms such as unexplained fatigue, weight changes, or menstrual irregularities. Comprehensive endocrine care is tailored to your needs.

Endocrinologists treat many thyroid diseases, including hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, thyroid nodules, and thyroid cancer.

Symptoms of hypothyroidism include fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance, and depression. Diagnosis by an endocrinologist involves blood tests, and treatment typically includes thyroid hormone replacement therapy.

Symptoms of hyperthyroidism include weight loss, rapid heartbeat, heat intolerance, and anxiety. Diagnosis involves blood tests and imaging studies. Treatment options include medications, radioactive iodine therapy, and surgery. Comprehensive care for hyperthyroidism ensures the best outcomes for patients.

For patients struggling with managing their weight, an Endocrinologist can check for hormonal causes of weight gain including a thyroid condition, insulin resistance, high cortisol levels, etc. Endocrinologists offer personalized obesity treatment plans that may include lifestyle changes, medications, and bariatric surgery, when necessary. Comprehensive support is provided to help patients achieve and maintain a healthy weight.

Symptoms of PCOS include irregular periods, weight gain, acne, and excessive hair growth. Treatment options include lifestyle modifications, medications to regulate periods and manage symptoms, and fertility treatments, if needed.

You should see an endocrinologist for diabetes care if you have difficulty managing your condition. Endocrinologists can provide expert diabetes management and personalized treatment plans to help you achieve optimal health.

Type 1 vs Type 2 diabetes differs in how each condition develops and how it is managed.

• Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition in which the body stops producing insulin and requires lifelong insulin therapy. It is often diagnosed earlier in life, but it can occur at any age.
• Type 2 diabetes is more common and occurs when the body does not use insulin effectively, a condition known as insulin resistance. It is influenced by factors such as genetics, age, and lifestyle.

Endocrinologists diagnose and manage both types of diabetes, using individualized care plans that may include medication, insulin therapy, and ongoing monitoring based on each person’s needs.

Many people with diabetes see an endocrinologist every three to six months to review blood sugar trends, check A1C levels, and adjust treatment as needed. Visits may be more frequent around the time of diagnosis or when medications or insulin therapy are being changed. Ongoing follow-up supports long-term blood sugar control and helps reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications over time.

Thyroid symptoms can be subtle, and signs vary depending on whether the thyroid is underactive or overactive.

Low thyroid activity (hypothyroidism) may cause symptoms such as:

• Ongoing fatigue or low energy
• Irregular menstrual cycles
• Difficulty becoming pregnant
• Gradual weight gain without changes in diet or activity
• Increased sensitivity to cold
• Dry skin, changes in hair texture, or hair thinning
• Slower heart rate or changes in bowel habits

High thyroid activity (hyperthyroidism) may be associated with:

• Unintentional weight loss
• Heat sensitivity or excessive sweating
• A fast or irregular heartbeat
• Nervousness, anxiety, or hand tremors
• Difficulty sleeping or muscle weakness

Because these symptoms can overlap with other conditions, blood tests are used to measure thyroid hormone levels and help determine the underlying cause.