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Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD

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(Dr. Eugene Landon Alford, MD)

(28 Ratings)

Specializes in: Facial Plastic Surgery and Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat)

Professional interests include: cancer, reconstructive surgery, rhinoplasty, and more.

6560 Fannin Street Suite 2208
Houston, TX 77030

(713) 532-3223

Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD is a facial plastic surgeon in Houston, TX specializing in facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist and Alford Facial Plastic Surgery.

Office Locations

Houston Methodist

6560 Fannin Street Suite 2208
Houston, TX 77030

(713) 532-3223

(713) 799-8821

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Some issues Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD can help you with:

Facial Paralysis

Facial paralysis is an inability to move the muscles in the face. It often affects only one side, and it can happen quite suddenly. Facial paralysis may make one's face feel frozen or numb.

Facial paralysis can happen when there is inflammation or damage to either the part of the brain that controls the facial muscles or the nerve that carries signals from the brain to the face. Some common causes include:

Stroke, which can affect the part of the brain controlling the face and prevent those muscles from working
Bell's palsy, an inflammation of the main facial nerve
Lyme disease
Birth trauma or difficult birth, which can cause facial paralysis in babies (usually temporary)
Head trauma in which nerves are damaged

Facial paralysis is a frustrating and frightening experience, but many cases are temporary and go away on their own. Even with more difficult cases, there are treatment options available, including rehabilitation, pain management, and surgery.

Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is any surgery done to change the shape and structure of the nose. It is commonly done for cosmetic purposes, but it may also be done to reduce breathing difficulties. Surgery may include any part of bone or cartilage of the nose. In some cases, cartilage is transplanted from the ear or rib to augment the nose.

Rhinoplasty may be done for reasons that are primarily about appearance, such as:

Changing the shape or size of the nose to better fit the proportions of the face
Lifting a downward tilt at the tip of the nose
Adjusting an asymmetrical nose
Closing unusually large nostrils
Reconstructing a nose that has been damaged after trauma.

Rhinoplasty may also be done to correct a deviated septum or other breathing impairment. In that case, the nasal structure is adjusted so that airflow is increased to a comfortable level.

Typically, rhinoplasty is only performed on adults because kids' and teens' faces are still growing and changing. After a rhinoplasty, healing will take 1-2 weeks, but subtle shifts in the face and occasional swelling can last up to a year.

Thyroid Surgery

Thyroid surgery is a procedure to remove all or part of the thyroid gland. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland in the lower neck that regulates the hormones that manage metabolism. Thyroid surgery, also known as thyroidectomy, treats thyroid disorders such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), goiters (noncancerous thyroid inflammation), and thyroid cancer. It may also be used to remove thyroid nodules or cysts that have a risk of becoming cancerous.

Both hypothyroidism and goiters are caused by an autoimmune reaction where the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The thyroid reacts by releasing too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones, impairing thyroid function and causing irregular metabolism. Goiters develop from the autoimmune reaction causing continued antibody damage to the thyroid over time. Thyroid goiters are large, swollen lumps that can be felt near the base of the neck. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. Hypothyroidism may also be caused by iodine deficiency, as iodine is needed to produce thyroid hormones.

The exact cause of thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules or cysts is unknown. While thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules or cysts can occur in individuals with thyroid disorders, they are not associated with a malfunctioning thyroid.

Physicians may prescribe thyroid surgery if blood tests reveal patients' thyroid stimulating hormones (TSA) are outside of the acceptable range, indicating a malfunctioning thyroid. Thyroid biopsies (tissue samples) and tests for thyroid-attacking antibodies are also criteria for surgery.

An ENT or general surgeon performs thyroid surgery. While a patient is placed under anesthesia, the surgeon makes an incision at the center of the neck and removes the thyroid gland. Two alternative methods of thyroid surgery are transoral (incision through the mouth) and endoscopic, where a surgeon operates a video camera for live footage to help guide the removal process.

Thyroid surgery requires minimal aftercare. Most patients recover quickly and resume normal activities within a few days of surgery. However, thyroid surgery patients must take daily synthetic thyroid medication (levothyroxine) for life to replace their removed thyroid.

In The News (see more mentions in the news)

“"As much as we've tried to modulate expectations, they're very high," said Dr. Eugene Alford, the plastic surgeon who led Thomas' reconstructive surgeries at The Methodist Hospital.”—"Woman finds new purpose with new face, look", Plainview Herald, July 2016

“Every time you exhale, moisture escapes your nose and throat, says Dr. Gene Alford, an ear, nose, and throat specialist at the Methodist Hospital in Houston.”—"Stuffed up? How to relieve winter congestion", Fox News, March 2015

“Every time you exhale, moisture escapes your nose and throat, says Dr. Gene Alford, an ear, nose, and throat specialist at The Methodist Hospital in Houston.”—"Breathe easier all season", CNN, February 2013

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	41

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	27

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	27
Female	30

**Age**
From 65 to 74	30
From 75 to 84	15
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD in 2013

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	33
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	48

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	27
Female	29

**Age**
From 65 to 74	24
From 75 to 84	19
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD in 2014

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	35

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	44
Female	64

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	84
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	52
From 75 to 84	34
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD in 2015

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	20
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	20
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	31

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	23
Female	28

**Age**
From 65 to 74	28
From 75 to 84	12
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD in 2016

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Houston, TX during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	62
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	16
minimally invasive procedures	16

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	34
Female	44

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	61
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	42
From 75 to 84	20
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD in 2017

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	28
Dementia	0
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Houston, TX during 2018 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	75
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	13
minimally invasive procedures	13

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	30
Female	47

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	63
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	48
From 75 to 84	17
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD in 2018

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	18
Dementia	0
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Houston, TX during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	74
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	23
minimally invasive procedures	23

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	28
Female	50

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	59
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	46
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD in 2019

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	19
Dementia	0
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Houston, TX during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	39
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	16
minimally invasive procedures	16

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	30
Female	25

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	44
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	35
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	51
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	13

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	18
Female	27

**Age**
From 65 to 74	27
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD in 2021

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	15
Female	19

**Age**
From 65 to 74	17
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Houston, TX were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

doctor visit	44
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	17
minimally invasive procedures	17

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD.

**Gender**
Female	33
Male	25

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	28
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	0
75 to 84	10
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	31

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	1
Osteoporosis	1
Heart Failure	4
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	2
Diabetes	17
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	6

Education & Training

He completed residency at Jefferson University Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and has a state license in Texas.

Residency: Jefferson University Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology

Licensed In: Texas

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Houston Methodist Hospital

Houston Methodist

Alford Facial Plastic Surgery

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. Eugene L. Alford, 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, Aetna POS, Aetna QPOS, Aetna Workers' Compensation, Golden Rule, Aetna Select, Aetna EPO, Trustmark , Aetna PPO, Aetna HMO, CIGNA Network, Aetna Affordable Health Choices, Aetna Signature Administrators, CIGNA PPO, CIGNA POS, CIGNA HMO, CIGNA EPO, CIGNA Choice Fund, CIGNA Indemnity, Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, Blue Cross Blue Shield POS, Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Three Rivers Provider Network, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Medicare, Railroad Medicare, Humana, Cigna, Molina Healthcare, Aetna Open Access, CIGNA Network Open Access, Aetna APCN Plus Multi-Tier HM Tier 2, GeoBlue, TRS-Care Standard ALT B II Group 485006, TRS-Care Standard ALT B I Group 485005, TRS-ActiveCare Fully Insured Plan-South Texas Region Group 295430, TX Annual Conf of UMC-UMR, Aetna Student Health, Kelsey Seybold Affiliate Network, TRS-Care Standard ALT A II Group 485003, Aetna Transplant, TRS-ActiveCare Primary Group 385003, TRS-Care Standard Group 485000, UnitedHealthOne, TRS-Care Standard ALT A I Group 485002, Blue Essentials Access, UMR, TRS-ActiveCare Fully Insured Plan-West Texas Region Group 295781, TRS-ActiveCare 2 Group 385002, 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), Aetna CommonSpirit Health KelseyCare, Aetna Choice POS / Open Choice, Aetna Signature Administrators Allied Benefits, Blue Edge, Blue Essentials, Aetna International, Aetna Common Spirit Health KelseyCare, Aetna TX Pref Plus II Network, Blue Cross Blue Shield FEP Federal Employee Plan, 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. Eugene L. Alford, 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

Aetna POS

Aetna QPOS

Aetna Workers' Compensation

Golden Rule

Aetna Select

Aetna EPO

Trustmark

Aetna PPO

Aetna HMO

CIGNA Network

Aetna Affordable Health Choices

Aetna Signature Administrators

CIGNA PPO

CIGNA POS

CIGNA HMO

CIGNA EPO

CIGNA Choice Fund

CIGNA Indemnity

Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO

Blue Cross Blue Shield POS

Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO

Three Rivers Provider Network

United Healthcare

Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO

Medicare

Railroad Medicare

Humana

Cigna

Molina Healthcare

Aetna Open Access

CIGNA Network Open Access

Aetna APCN Plus Multi-Tier HM Tier 2

GeoBlue

TRS-Care Standard ALT B II Group 485006

TRS-Care Standard ALT B I Group 485005

TRS-ActiveCare Fully Insured Plan-South Texas Region Group 295430

TX Annual Conf of UMC-UMR

Aetna Student Health

Kelsey Seybold Affiliate Network

TRS-Care Standard ALT A II Group 485003

Aetna Transplant

TRS-ActiveCare Primary Group 385003

TRS-Care Standard Group 485000

UnitedHealthOne

TRS-Care Standard ALT A I Group 485002

Blue Essentials Access

UMR

TRS-ActiveCare Fully Insured Plan-West Texas Region Group 295781

TRS-ActiveCare 2 Group 385002

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)

Aetna CommonSpirit Health KelseyCare

Aetna Choice POS / Open Choice

Aetna Signature Administrators Allied Benefits

Blue Edge

Blue Essentials

Aetna International

Aetna Common Spirit Health KelseyCare

Aetna TX Pref Plus II Network

Blue Cross Blue Shield FEP Federal Employee Plan

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. Eugene L. Alford, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.99 out of 5 stars based on 28 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Eugene L. Alford, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Houston, TX.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-06-19

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Fantastic experience, would highly recommend.

General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Merz North America, Inc.	$176 $176
Mentor Worldwide LLC	$162 MemoryGel Breast Implants $100	MENTOR MemoryGel Resterilizable Gel Sizer $62
Wound Management Technologies, Inc	$118 CellerateRx $118
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.	$115 Walter $115
ACell, Inc.	$99 $99
Other	$217 SPIROX - LATERA $83	DuraSorb Monofilament Mesh $33	C Topical Solution 4 CII $22	Dexilant $20	CLARIX $15	Other $45

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$888

Biography

Dr. Eugene Alford's specialties are facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). Clinical interests for Dr. Alford include facelift, endoscopic sinus surgery, and cancer. He has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. He can take several insurance carriers, including Trustmark, Aetna EPO, and Blue California. After completing medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine, he performed his residency at Jefferson University Hospitals. He has received the following distinction: Texas Super Doctors. Dr. Alford is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital. He has an open panel in Houston, TX according to Doctor.com.