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Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology
Professional interests include: polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), amenorrhea (missed periods), diabetes, and more.
13300 Hargrave Road Suite 300
Houston, TX 77070

Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD is an endocrinologist in Houston, TX specializing in adult endocrinology. Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital and Houston Methodist.

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Office Locations

13300 Hargrave Road Suite 300
Houston, TX 77070
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Some issues Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD can help you with:

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common endocrine disorder that causes symptoms such as acne, facial hair, and weight gain. It is often diagnosed when patients experience problems getting pregnant, because PCOS can interfere with ovulation. There is no cure for PCOS, but there are effective treatments that can lessen the severity of the symptoms.

Despite the name, not everyone with polycystic ovarian syndrome develops cysts on their ovaries. It is also possible to have ovarian cysts without having PCOS. The symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome are actually related to insulin resistance, a condition where the insulin made by the body is not effectively recognized by the cells. This causes the pancreas to release higher levels of insulin in order to keep blood sugar levels stable, and the excess insulin interferes with hormone production in the pituitary and ovaries, causing the PCOS symptoms.

The symptoms of PCOS include:

  • Weight gain
  • Acne
  • Facial or body hair
  • Thinning head hair
  • Missing or irregular periods
  • Infertility

PCOS is a syndrome, which means that if patients have PCOS, they might not have each and every symptom. Even a few of them might be enough to have physicians check for polycystic ovarian syndrome. A doctor might perform an exam and order blood tests to measure hormone levels.

Treatment for PCOS may include:

  • Insulin sensitizers, which help the body use insulin more effectively, lowering hormone levels. The most commonly used insulin sensitizer is metformin.
  • Weight loss. Being overweight does not cause PCOS, and PCOS can make losing weight difficult. Still, weight loss can improve symptoms for many women.
  • Birth control pills to regulate menstruation and sometimes reduce symptoms such as acne.
  • Fertility medications, especially medications to stimulate ovulation such as clomiphene.
  • Anti-androgen medications, which work to treat symptoms such as acne and facial hair.
  • Low-carb diets, which work similarly to insulin sensitizers to lower hormone levels and help reduce weight.
  • Ovarian drilling or resectioning, surgical procedures sometimes performed if infertility is a persistent problem. These procedures open up the wall of the ovary to temporarily make ovulation more likely.

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women. Left untreated, it can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. Fortunately there are many good treatment options available.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

  • Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
  • Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
  • Goiter
  • Thyroid nodule
  • Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

A1C test
glycated protein test

In 2012, Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD had a list price for A1C test, and glycated protein test that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Texas. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Houston, TX during 2012 were lab tests, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 13
doctor visit 645
lab tests 13
preventive care 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Houston, TX during 2013 were lab tests, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 42
doctor visit 699
lab tests 42
preventive care 42

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD.

Gender
Male 127
Female 219
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 326
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 150
From 75 to 84 92
85 and over 35
Less than 65 69

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD in 2013

Hypertension 74
High Cholesterol 74
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 38
Depression 19
Chronic Kidney Disease 31
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 16
Heart Failure 20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 60
Dementia 6
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Houston, TX during 2014 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 333
hospital care 12
inpatient care 12

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD.

Gender
Male 100
Female 171
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 238
Black 14
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 129
From 75 to 84 78
85 and over 24
Less than 65 40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD in 2014

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 44
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 39
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 17
Atrial Fibrilation 18
Heart Failure 24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 66
Dementia 11
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Houston, TX during 2015 were lab tests, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 14
doctor visit 299
lab tests 14
preventive care 14

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD.

Gender
Male 88
Female 230
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 224
Black 52
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 180
From 75 to 84 76
85 and over 24
Less than 65 38

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD in 2015

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 71
Stroke 11
Ischemic Heart Disease 47
Depression 15
Chronic Kidney Disease 46
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 19
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 65
Dementia 12
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Houston, TX during 2016 were lab tests, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 52
doctor visit 465
lab tests 52
preventive care 52

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD.

Gender
Male 78
Female 170
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 174
Black 37
Hispanic 26
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 132
From 75 to 84 67
85 and over 17
Less than 65 32

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD in 2016

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 68
Stroke 8
Ischemic Heart Disease 45
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 58
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 14
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 65
Dementia 14
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Houston, TX during 2017 were lab tests, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 209
doctor visit 548
lab tests 209
preventive care 209

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD.

Gender
Male 113
Female 222
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 215
Black 70
Hispanic 34
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 189
From 75 to 84 78
85 and over 28
Less than 65 40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD in 2017

Hypertension 74
High Cholesterol 66
Stroke 9
Ischemic Heart Disease 49
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 61
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 17
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 69
Dementia 9
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Houston, TX during 2018 were lab tests, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 294
doctor visit 696
lab tests 294
preventive care 294

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD.

Gender
Male 119
Female 275
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 260
Black 71
Hispanic 41
Asian 11
Other 11
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 216
From 75 to 84 110
85 and over 28
Less than 65 40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD in 2018

Hypertension 72
High Cholesterol 68
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 44
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 54
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 21
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 62
Dementia 7
Cancer 8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Houston, TX during 2019 were lab tests, diabetes management and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 374
doctor visit 839
lab tests 374
preventive care 305

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD.

Gender
Male 134
Female 313
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 304
Black 73
Hispanic 41
Asian 17
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 268
From 75 to 84 115
85 and over 30
Less than 65 34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD in 2019

Hypertension 72
High Cholesterol 71
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 40
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 47
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 22
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 58
Dementia 7
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Houston, TX during 2020 were lab tests, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 100
doctor visit 358
lab tests 100
preventive care 100

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD.

Gender
Male 118
Female 208
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 207
Black 66
Hispanic 27
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 177
From 75 to 84 90
85 and over 19
Less than 65 40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD in 2020

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 8
Ischemic Heart Disease 49
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 65
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 17
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 70
Dementia 9
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Houston, TX during 2021 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 115
hospital care 70
inpatient care 70

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD.

Gender
Male 47
Female 80
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 69
Black 47
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 58
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 46

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD in 2021

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 69
Stroke 9
Ischemic Heart Disease 57
Depression 37
Chronic Kidney Disease 61
Asthma 17
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 20
Heart Failure 39
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 17
Diabetes 72
Dementia 13
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Houston, TX during 2022 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 141
hospital care 29
inpatient care 29

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD.

Gender
Male 39
Female 89
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 56
Black 58
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 66
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD in 2022

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 73
Stroke 19
Ischemic Heart Disease 40
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 36
Asthma 22
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 23
Heart Failure 30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 20
Diabetes 65
Dementia 0
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Houston, TX were lab tests, diabetes management, preventive care and hospital care.

diabetes management 137
doctor visit 467
hospital care 37
inpatient care 37
lab tests 137
preventive care 128

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD.

Gender
Female 179
Male 87
Ethnicity
Black / African American 44
Asian / Pacific Islander 2
Non-Hispanic White 188
Hispanic 15
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Other 1
Age
85 and over 18
75 to 84 64
Less than 65 38
65 to 74 142

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 67
High Cholesterol 64
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 41
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 45
Asthma 10
Osteoporosis 13
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 59
Atrial Fibrillation 14
Dementia 8
Cancer 9

Education & Training

She completed residency at University of Tennessee Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the diabetes, metabolism & endocrinology and graduated from Indira Gandhi Medical College, Nagpur, Maharashtra University Of Health Sciences and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Residency: University of Tennessee Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: diabetes, metabolism & endocrinology and graduated from Indira Gandhi Medical College, Nagpur, Maharashtra University Of Health Sciences (1991)

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital
Houston Methodist

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA Open Access, United Healthcare PPO, United Healthcare POS, United Healthcare HMO, United Healthcare EPO, Blue Choice PPO, Blue Choice POS, First Health PPO, Aetna POS, Aetna QPOS, Aetna Workers' Compensation, Golden Rule, TRICARE, Best Doctors, Aetna Select, Aetna EPO, Trustmark , Aetna PPO, Aetna HMO, CIGNA Network, Aetna Signature Administrators, Aetna Affordable Health Choices, CIGNA PPO, CIGNA POS, CIGNA HMO, CIGNA EPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, CIGNA Choice Fund, CIGNA Indemnity, AARP, Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, Blue Cross Blue Shield POS, Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Three Rivers Provider Network, Coventry PPO, HealthSpring, US Family Health Plan, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, United Healthcare, Medicare, Railroad Medicare, Humana, Cigna, Molina Healthcare, WellPoint, Aetna Open Access, United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice), Humana Medicare Advantage PPO, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, CIGNA Network Open Access, PHCS PPO, MultiPlan PPO, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Aetna APCN Plus Multi-Tier HM Tier 2, GeoBlue, BCBS PPO GUIDESTONE, TRS-Care Standard ALT B II Group 485006, TRS-Care Standard ALT B I Group 485005, Community Health Choice PREMIER Gold, TRS-ActiveCare Fully Insured Plan-South Texas Region Group 295430, TX Annual Conf of UMC-UMR, Aetna Student Health, TRS-Care Standard ALT A II Group 485003, Aetna Transplant, TRS-ActiveCare Primary Group 385003, DEVOTED DUAL PLUS GREATER HOUSTON, DEVOTED CORE GREATER HOUSTON HMO, TRS-Care Standard Group 485000, UnitedHealthOne, TRS-Care Standard ALT A I Group 485002, Community Health Choice PREMIER Silver, Blue Essentials Access, UMR, TRS-ActiveCare Fully Insured Plan-West Texas Region Group 295781, TRS-ActiveCare 2 Group 385002, DEVOTED EXTRA GREATER HOUSTON (HMO), HAA Preferred Partners (International), Aetna Common Spirit Minimum Value Plan, BCBS PPO Wespath, Aetna Health Network, Aetna Managed Choice / Elect Choice, United Health Integrated Services, Aetna Meritain Hlth/Aetna Premier Care (APCN), Olympus Managed Care (International), DEVOTED PREMIUM (PRIME) GREATER HOUSTON (HMO), Aetna Medicare HMO Prime, Aetna Choice POS / Open Choice, Aetna Signature Administrators Allied Benefits, Blue Edge, Blue Essentials, Aetna International, Aetna Medicare Dual Complete Plan (HMO D-SNP), Aetna TX Pref Plus II Network, Blue Cross Blue Shield FEP Federal Employee Plan, DEVOTED GIVEBACK GREATER HOUSTON (HMO), TRS-Care Standard CMED Group 485001, TRS-ActiveCare HD Group 385000, TRS-ActiveCare Primary Plus Group 385001, Aetna Signature Administrators TX Annual Conf of UMC and Aetna Premier Care Network.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

CIGNA Open Access
United Healthcare PPO
United Healthcare POS
United Healthcare HMO
United Healthcare EPO
Blue Choice PPO
Blue Choice POS
First Health PPO
Aetna POS
Aetna QPOS
Aetna Workers' Compensation
Golden Rule
TRICARE
Best Doctors
Aetna Select
Aetna EPO
Trustmark
Aetna PPO
Aetna HMO
CIGNA Network
Aetna Signature Administrators
Aetna Affordable Health Choices
CIGNA PPO
CIGNA POS
CIGNA HMO
CIGNA EPO
Aetna Medicare PPO
CIGNA Choice Fund
CIGNA Indemnity
AARP
Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield POS
Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO
Three Rivers Provider Network
Coventry PPO
HealthSpring
US Family Health Plan
Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
United Healthcare
Medicare
Railroad Medicare
Humana
Cigna
Molina Healthcare
WellPoint
Aetna Open Access
United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice)
Humana Medicare Advantage PPO
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield
CIGNA Network Open Access
PHCS PPO
MultiPlan PPO
Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
Aetna APCN Plus Multi-Tier HM Tier 2
GeoBlue
BCBS PPO GUIDESTONE
TRS-Care Standard ALT B II Group 485006
TRS-Care Standard ALT B I Group 485005
Community Health Choice PREMIER Gold
TRS-ActiveCare Fully Insured Plan-South Texas Region Group 295430
TX Annual Conf of UMC-UMR
Aetna Student Health
TRS-Care Standard ALT A II Group 485003
Aetna Transplant
TRS-ActiveCare Primary Group 385003
DEVOTED DUAL PLUS GREATER HOUSTON
DEVOTED CORE GREATER HOUSTON HMO
TRS-Care Standard Group 485000
UnitedHealthOne
TRS-Care Standard ALT A I Group 485002
Community Health Choice PREMIER Silver
Blue Essentials Access
UMR
TRS-ActiveCare Fully Insured Plan-West Texas Region Group 295781
TRS-ActiveCare 2 Group 385002
DEVOTED EXTRA GREATER HOUSTON (HMO)
HAA Preferred Partners (International)
Aetna Common Spirit Minimum Value Plan
BCBS PPO Wespath
Aetna Health Network
Aetna Managed Choice / Elect Choice
United Health Integrated Services
Aetna Meritain Hlth/Aetna Premier Care (APCN)
Olympus Managed Care (International)
DEVOTED PREMIUM (PRIME) GREATER HOUSTON (HMO)
Aetna Medicare HMO Prime
Aetna Choice POS / Open Choice
Aetna Signature Administrators Allied Benefits
Blue Edge
Blue Essentials
Aetna International
Aetna Medicare Dual Complete Plan (HMO D-SNP)
Aetna TX Pref Plus II Network
Blue Cross Blue Shield FEP Federal Employee Plan
DEVOTED GIVEBACK GREATER HOUSTON (HMO)
TRS-Care Standard CMED Group 485001
TRS-ActiveCare HD Group 385000
TRS-ActiveCare Primary Plus Group 385001
Aetna Signature Administrators TX Annual Conf of UMC
Aetna Premier Care Network

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.98 out of 5 stars based on 304 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Houston, TX. 

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-02-26
Patient verified via Press Ganey
Have been impressed with Dr. Pandula thoroughness and attention to detail - have seen very good results of her care and knowledge of current prescriptive practices - rate he highly and wish I had know of her earlier in my time as a diabetic patient
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-11-12
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Dr. Pandula is exceptional. She takes time to not just prescribe, but cousel and teach. She has educated me so much on my disease. I consider Dr. Pandula an asset when it come to the complexity of my healthcare.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-10-21
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This visit with Dr Pandula was one of the most informative visits that I have ever had with a physician. I greatly appreciate her care and concern
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-09-11
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I'm very pleased with the attention to detail and thoroughness of Dr. Pandula. I'm thankful she is my doctor.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-12-17
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Dr Pandula always listened and give good feedbacks and I feel my concerns always taking care of.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-02-17
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I've had three Endocrinologists and Dr Pandula Is heads above the others. I'll never change!
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-10-22
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I have already referred a friend. Dr Pandula does not rush me and tends to my questions
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-05-07
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Both the Doctor and her assistant made me feel at ease and explained all my concerns
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-02-27
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Dr Pandula is very intelligent and communicates very well. I trust her decisions.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-05-25
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Dr. Pandula is a great doctor and really listens to my concerns and questions.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Rekha Pandula, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc. $1,190 t-slim insulin pump
$1,149 		t:slim X2 Insulin Pump with Control-IQ
$41
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP $166 FARXIGA
$148 		BYDUREON PEN
$18
Novo Nordisk Inc $164 RYBELSUS
$47 		Victoza
$45 		Ozempic
$35 		Saxenda
$23
$13
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc $159 INVOKANA
$100 		XARELTO
$34 		meters
$26
Lilly USA, LLC $151 FORTEO
$49 		TRULICITY
$43 		HUMULIN
$31 		JARDIANCE
$17 		GLYXAMBI
$11
Other $846 FreeStyle Libre blood glucose Flash Monitoring System
$70 		Omnipod
$69 		COSENTYX
$63 		Repatha
$43 		Minimed 630G
$43 		Other
$559
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $1,576
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program $1,100

Biography

Dr. Rekha Pandula is an adult endocrinology specialist. She trained at Flushing Hospital Medical Center and a hospital affiliated with the University of Tennessee for residency. Her clinical interests include obesity, diabetes, and thyroid problems. Dr. Pandula's average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5). She usually is in-network for Trustmark, Aetna EPO, and Blue California, as well as other insurance carriers. Dr. Pandula is professionally affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital. She has an open panel in Houston, TX according to Doctor.com.

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