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Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP

(Dr. Ronnie Gentry, M.D.)
Specializes in: Primary Care and Internal Medicine (Adult Medicine)
University of Texas Medical School at Houston (1992)
Professional interests include: high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), hypertension (high blood pressure), physical exams, and more.
6560 FANNIN STREET SUITE 1708
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP is a primary care doctor in HOUSTON, TX specializing in primary care and internal medicine (adult medicine). He graduated from University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 1992 and has 34 years of experience. Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP is affiliated with Houston Methodist.

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Office Locations

Houston Methodist

6560 FANNIN STREET SUITE 1708
HOUSTON, TX 77030
(713) 441-4280
(713) 790-2860
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Some issues Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP can help you with:

Headache

Headaches are dull or sharp pains that occur in regions of the head and face. Headaches occur in many different forms and vary in location, severity, and duration. They are not necessarily a sign of an underlying illness and often resolve on their own. However, headaches can present significant day-to-day discomfort. The most common forms of headaches include:

  • Migraines: one of the most prevalent types of headache, migraines typically last from two hours to three days, causing a throbbing pain on one side of the head. Nausea, sensitivity to bright lights, fatigue, and blurred vision all may accompany migraines. While migraines have no known cure, medications and lifestyle modifications may ease symptoms. Avoiding behaviors that may trigger migraines such as lack of sleep or loud, repetitive noises can improve headaches.
  • Tension headaches: also known as stress headaches, these headaches are characterized by pain in the upper top part of the head and behind the eyes. Tension headaches are common and have no exact cause; however, certain practices may increase the likelihood of developing them. For example, wearing one's hair up in a tight hairstyle or wearing a restrictive hat can put pressure on the scalp, leading to a tension headache. Other causes of tension headaches may include alcohol or nicotine use, caffeine, teeth grinding, stress, overexertion, and eye strain. Some people find posture improvement, alternating sleeping positions, and neck exercise can alleviate tension headaches. Over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve) may also reduce tension-headache pain.
  • Sinus headaches: this type of headache causes pain in the sinuses, but may progress to pain and pressure in the eyes, forehead, and cheeks. These headaches are often accompanied by nasal congestion, fatigue, and ache in the upper teeth and may or may not be caused by sinus infections or sinusitis (sinus inflammation). Some sinus headaches are allergic headaches, which arise from allergic triggers such as seasonal allergies (pollen allergies) or hay fever, causing sinus pressure and facial pain. Other symptoms of allergic headaches include nasal congestion, irritated or watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. Allergic headaches may be treated with antihistamine medications such as cetirizine (Zyrtec). Allergic headaches are common during pollen season, which is usually around springtime.
  • Cluster headaches: these headaches occur suddenly and cause stabbing, sharp pain from one eye down to the one side of the neck. They are often referred to as the most aggravating and painful type of headaches. Other symptoms of cluster headaches include nasal congestion, droopy eyelid, and enlarged pupil on one side of the face. In the past, it was widely believed that cluster headaches were caused by a bevy or "cluster" of multiple types of headaches, such as a combination of an allergic headache and a tension headache. Medical experts now recognize that cluster headaches are a separate and unique form of headache. Cluster headaches last for around twenty minutes to two hours. They may recur throughout the period of a day or several weeks, but usually dissipate within a month. Treatment for cluster headaches includes over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve). Prescription Prednisone can help with swelling and Verapamil may reduce pain by relaxing the blood vessels.

Living with headaches is challenging; headaches can prevent people from fully enjoying life. Medical treatment and care in avoiding certain triggers can help those with headaches begin to feel normal once again.

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. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP in 2024

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

Top 25%

By Affordability:

flu shot
flu vaccine
immunization
vaccines

In 2012, Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP had a list price for flu shot, flu vaccine, immunization (preventive vaccines), and vaccines 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. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP treated as a primary care doctor in HOUSTON, TX during 2012 were preventive care, lab tests, vaccines and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 113
doctor visit 1425
hospital care 95
inpatient care 95
lab tests 238
preventive care 333
vaccines 220

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP treated as a primary care doctor in HOUSTON, TX during 2013 were preventive care, lab tests, vaccines and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP for Medicare patients.

cardiac procedures 85
diabetes management 157
doctor visit 1433
lab tests 274
preventive care 422
vaccines 167

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP.

Gender
Male 302
Female 307
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 472
Black 74
Hispanic 41
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 288
From 75 to 84 214
85 and over 85
Less than 65 22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP in 2013

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 37
Depression 13
Chronic Kidney Disease 17
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 6
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 28
Dementia 8
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP treated as a primary care doctor in HOUSTON, TX during 2014 were preventive care, lab tests, diabetes management and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP for Medicare patients.

cardiac procedures 42
diabetes management 198
doctor visit 1125
lab tests 265
preventive care 406
vaccines 144

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP.

Gender
Male 278
Female 300
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 455
Black 63
Hispanic 42
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 281
From 75 to 84 194
85 and over 85
Less than 65 18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP in 2014

Hypertension 67
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 35
Depression 15
Chronic Kidney Disease 15
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 6
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 29
Dementia 7
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP treated as a primary care doctor in HOUSTON, TX during 2015 were preventive care, vaccines, lab tests and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 199
doctor visit 1108
lab tests 232
preventive care 630
vaccines 420

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP.

Gender
Male 544
Female 528
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 856
Black 116
Hispanic 66
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 522
From 75 to 84 380
85 and over 144
Less than 65 26

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP in 2015

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 52
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 33
Depression 15
Chronic Kidney Disease 15
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 7
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 29
Dementia 8
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP treated as a primary care doctor in HOUSTON, TX during 2016 were preventive care, vaccines, lab tests and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP for Medicare patients.

cardiac procedures 14
diabetes management 147
doctor visit 948
lab tests 166
preventive care 437
vaccines 257

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP.

Gender
Male 253
Female 253
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 409
Black 53
Hispanic 29
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 239
From 75 to 84 178
85 and over 77
Less than 65 12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP in 2016

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 52
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 15
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 6
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 29
Dementia 10
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP treated as a primary care doctor in HOUSTON, TX during 2017 were preventive care, vaccines, lab tests and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 151
doctor visit 962
lab tests 174
preventive care 390
vaccines 225

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP.

Gender
Male 258
Female 242
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 397
Black 51
Hispanic 30
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 236
From 75 to 84 178
85 and over 73
Less than 65 13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP in 2017

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 51
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 32
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 5
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 7
Diabetes 27
Dementia 10
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP treated as a primary care doctor in HOUSTON, TX during 2018 were preventive care, vaccines, lab tests and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 197
doctor visit 969
lab tests 208
preventive care 431
vaccines 210

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP.

Gender
Male 264
Female 220
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 386
Black 43
Hispanic 29
Asian 15
Other 11
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 230
From 75 to 84 168
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP in 2018

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 54
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 37
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 26
Dementia 10
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP treated as a primary care doctor in HOUSTON, TX during 2019 were preventive care, lab tests, diabetes management and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 179
doctor visit 766
lab tests 179
preventive care 353
vaccines 159

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP.

Gender
Male 262
Female 211
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 370
Black 45
Hispanic 30
Asian 17
Other 11
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 212
From 75 to 84 175
85 and over 75
Less than 65 11

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP in 2019

Hypertension 64
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 39
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 23
Dementia 10
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP treated as a primary care doctor in HOUSTON, TX during 2020 were preventive care, vaccines, lab tests and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP for Medicare patients.

cardiac procedures 15
diabetes management 90
doctor visit 697
lab tests 90
preventive care 270
vaccines 143

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP.

Gender
Male 264
Female 196
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 371
Black 39
Hispanic 25
Asian 14
Other 11
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 202
From 75 to 84 181
85 and over 66
Less than 65 11

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP in 2020

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 54
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 37
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 18
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 5
Diabetes 23
Dementia 10
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP treated as a primary care doctor in HOUSTON, TX during 2021 were preventive care, vaccines, lab tests and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP for Medicare patients.

cardiac procedures 11
diabetes management 116
doctor visit 543
lab tests 116
preventive care 262
vaccines 117

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP.

Gender
Male 241
Female 172
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 334
Black 31
Hispanic 24
Asian 13
Other 11
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 169
From 75 to 84 175
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP in 2021

Hypertension 62
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 38
Depression 15
Chronic Kidney Disease 22
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 6
Diabetes 23
Dementia 8
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP treated as a primary care doctor in HOUSTON, TX during 2022 were preventive care, lab tests, diabetes management and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 116
doctor visit 408
lab tests 116
preventive care 208
vaccines 92

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP.

Gender
Male 249
Female 170
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 341
Black 31
Hispanic 22
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 179
From 75 to 84 167
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP in 2022

Hypertension 74
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 32
Depression 14
Chronic Kidney Disease 18
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 14
Atrial Fibrilation 21
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 25
Dementia 6
Cancer 18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP treated as a primary care doctor in HOUSTON, TX during 2023 were preventive care, lab tests, diabetes management and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 86
doctor visit 284
lab tests 86
preventive care 129
vaccines 43

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP.

Gender
Male 200
Female 135
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 282
Black 0
Hispanic 24
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 131
From 75 to 84 150
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP in 2023

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 10
Ischemic Heart Disease 37
Depression 13
Chronic Kidney Disease 19
Asthma 13
Osteoperosis 16
Atrial Fibrilation 21
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 24
Dementia 5
Cancer 20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP treated as a primary care doctor in HOUSTON, TX during 2024 were preventive care, lab tests, diabetes management and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 66
doctor visit 312
lab tests 66
preventive care 106
vaccines 40

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP.

Gender
Male 196
Female 124
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 265
Black 18
Hispanic 21
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 119
From 75 to 84 141
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP in 2024

Hypertension 73
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 9
Ischemic Heart Disease 43
Depression 13
Chronic Kidney Disease 22
Asthma 15
Osteoperosis 22
Atrial Fibrilation 25
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 25
Dementia 7
Cancer 19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP treated as a primary care doctor in HOUSTON, TX were preventive care, vaccines, lab tests and diabetes management.

cardiac procedures 33
diabetes management 139
doctor visit 844
hospital care 95
inpatient care 95
lab tests 170
preventive care 336
vaccines 172

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP.

Gender
Female 219
Male 254
Ethnicity
Black / African American 43
Asian / Pacific Islander 4
Non-Hispanic White 379
Hispanic 29
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Other 3
Age
85 and over 46
75 to 84 177
Less than 65 8
65 to 74 216

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension 61
High Cholesterol 55
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 33
Depression 14
Chronic Kidney Disease 17
Asthma 8
Osteoporosis 8
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 7
Diabetes 23
Atrial Fibrillation 13
Cancer 12
Dementia 7

Education & Training

Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP graduated from University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 1992. He completed residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Board Certification, American Board of Internal Medicine, null and has a state license in Texas.

Medical School: University of Texas Medical School at Houston (1992)

Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Affiliated Hospitals (1995)

Board Certification: Board Certification, American Board of Internal Medicine, null

Licensed In: Texas

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. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP 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, Best Doctors, 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, Aetna Medicare PPO, CIGNA Choice Fund, CIGNA Indemnity, Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, Blue Cross Blue Shield POS, Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Three Rivers Provider Network, Coventry PPO, HealthSpring, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Medicare, Railroad Medicare, Humana, Cigna, Molina Healthcare, HealthSmart PPO, WellPoint, HealthSmart, Aetna Open Access, Humana Medicare Advantage PPO, CIGNA Network Open Access, PHCS PPO, MultiPlan PPO, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Aetna APCN Plus Multi-Tier HM Tier 2, GeoBlue, Entrust/90 Degree EDI Payer ID# 36878, BCBS PPO GUIDESTONE, TRS-Care Standard ALT B II Group 485006, Sana Benefits, 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 010 TX (HMO D-SNP), 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, HAA Preferred Partners (International), DEVOTED HEALTH DUAL PLUS GREATER HOUSTON, Aetna Signature Administrators EBMS, Aetna Common Spirit Minimum Value Plan, DEVOTED CORE 019 TX (HMO), 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 Medicare HMO Prime, Aetna Choice POS / Open Choice, Aetna Signature Administrators Allied Benefits, Blue Edge, Blue Essentials, DEVOTED DUAL FULL 040 (HMO D-SNP), Aetna International, DEVOTED GIVEBACK 006 TX (HMO), Aetna Medicare Dual Complete Plan (HMO D-SNP), Aetna TX Pref Plus II Network, DEVOTED C-SNP Premium 030 TX (HMO C-SNP), Blue Cross Blue Shield FEP Federal Employee Plan, TRS-Care Standard CMED Group 485001, DEVOTED CORE 001 TX (HMO), Aetna Signature Administrators MODA, TRS-ActiveCare HD Group 385000, TRS-ActiveCare Primary Plus Group 385001, DEVOTED C-SNP Plus 031 TX (HMO C-SNP), DEVOTED PREMIUM 002 (HMO) and Aetna Premier Care Network.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP 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
Best Doctors
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
Aetna Medicare PPO
CIGNA Choice Fund
CIGNA Indemnity
Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield POS
Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO
Three Rivers Provider Network
Coventry PPO
HealthSpring
United Healthcare
Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
Medicare
Railroad Medicare
Humana
Cigna
Molina Healthcare
HealthSmart PPO
WellPoint
HealthSmart
Aetna Open Access
Humana Medicare Advantage PPO
CIGNA Network Open Access
PHCS PPO
MultiPlan PPO
Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
Aetna APCN Plus Multi-Tier HM Tier 2
GeoBlue
Entrust/90 Degree EDI Payer ID# 36878
BCBS PPO GUIDESTONE
TRS-Care Standard ALT B II Group 485006
Sana Benefits
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 010 TX (HMO D-SNP)
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
HAA Preferred Partners (International)
DEVOTED HEALTH DUAL PLUS GREATER HOUSTON
Aetna Signature Administrators EBMS
Aetna Common Spirit Minimum Value Plan
DEVOTED CORE 019 TX (HMO)
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 Medicare HMO Prime
Aetna Choice POS / Open Choice
Aetna Signature Administrators Allied Benefits
Blue Edge
Blue Essentials
DEVOTED DUAL FULL 040 (HMO D-SNP)
Aetna International
DEVOTED GIVEBACK 006 TX (HMO)
Aetna Medicare Dual Complete Plan (HMO D-SNP)
Aetna TX Pref Plus II Network
DEVOTED C-SNP Premium 030 TX (HMO C-SNP)
Blue Cross Blue Shield FEP Federal Employee Plan
TRS-Care Standard CMED Group 485001
DEVOTED CORE 001 TX (HMO)
Aetna Signature Administrators MODA
TRS-ActiveCare HD Group 385000
TRS-ActiveCare Primary Plus Group 385001
DEVOTED C-SNP Plus 031 TX (HMO C-SNP)
DEVOTED PREMIUM 002 (HMO)
Aetna Premier Care Network

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 580 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Ronnie A. Gentry, MD, FACP from all over the web to help you find the right in HOUSTON, TX. 

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-12-13
Patient verified via Press Ganey
My doctor is Dr. Gentry and he is outstanding. Great bedside manners, incredibly knowledgeable and responsive with any questions I have.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-04-24
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Excellent doctor-knowledgeable, efficient and kind.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-10-25
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Gentry was the perfect doctor, as always

General Payments

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

Payments by Company
Pfizer Inc. $216 ELIQUIS
$72 		COLOGUARD DNA CAPTURE REAGENTS
$52 		NURTEC ODT
$51 		ABRYSVO
$28 		COLOGUARD
$12
Gilead Sciences, Inc. $185
$185
Boston Scientific Corporation $170 Alair
$29
$141
Abbott Laboratories $133 FREESTYLE LIBRE 3
$93 		FreeStyle Libre
$23 		Freestyle Libre 2
$17
Lilly USA, LLC $122 JARDIANCE
$18
$104
Other $683 SHINGRIX
$115 		QULIPTA
$59 		DEXCOM G6 TRANSMITTER
$54 		ENTRESTO
$50 		EVENITY
$45 		Other
$360
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $1,510

Biography

I strive to provide the highest quality of health care through education and prevention of acute and chronic illnesses. I believe building strong, trusting relationships with my patients is the key to helping improve overall health and quality of life.

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