Joseph Becker, MD
Internist
8435 Wurzbach Rd, San Antonio, TX 78229
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At a glance
2.33 stars (1 review)
47% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 6 insurances
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio
Affiliated with Methodist Hospital-San Antonio
University Health-San Anton and 3 more
Patient review summary
2.33
The reviews present a mixed perspective on patient experiences with Dr. J. Becker. Some patients express strong satisfaction, noting his effective management of chronic conditions such as diabetes and his thorough approach to diagnosing issues like thyroid cysts. They appreciate his medical expertise and the supportive office staff, citing smooth appointment processes and confidence in his treatment plans. However, other patients report negative experiences, including dissatisfaction with communication and treatment. One reviewer describes feeling dismissed and neglected, particularly regarding mental health concerns and the mismanagement of serious health conditions. Additionally, a logistical issue arose when an appointment was disrupted due to the doctor’s back pain, causing frustration for patients who traveled significant distances for timely care. Overall, while many appreciate Dr. Becker's medical care, significant concerns about patient treatment and communication persist.
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Chronic diabetes
Overactive thyroid
Diabetic emergency
Underactive thyroid
Osteoporosis
Enlarged thyroid
Chronic diabetes
Overactive thyroid
Diabetic emergency
Underactive thyroid
More about Joseph Becker, MD
Dr. Joseph Becker is an internist who specializes in endocrinology. He practices at University Health and UT Health San Antonio in San Antonio, TX, and is affiliated with Hill Country Memorial Hospital, Peterson Regional Medical Center, Uvalde Memorial Hospital, Cuero Regional Hospital, and Connally Memorial Medical Center.
Dr. Becker earned his medical degree from UT Health San Antonio. He finished his internal medicine residency at Yale New Haven Hospital and endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism fellowship at UC San Francisco.
Dr. Becker is certified in endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism by the American Board of Internal Medicine, and he is an active member of the American Thyroid Association and the Endocrine Society. His research background includes a co-authored study, The Neuroprotective Effect of Deferoxamine in the Hypoxic-Ischemic Immature Mouse Brain. He has also been honored with the Super Doc award for his contributions to the field.
Education & experience
Education
University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio, Medical School, 2005
Affiliation
Methodist Hospital-San Antonio
University Health-San Anton
Hill Country Memorial Hospital
Peterson Regional Medical Center
Uvalde Memorial Hospital
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism (American Board of Internal Medicine)
License
TX State Medical License active through August 2025 #N4939
Professional memberships
American Thyroid Association
The Endocrine Society
Awards and publications
Super Doc
The neuroprotective effect of deferoxamine in the hypoxic-ischemic immature mouse brain
Dean P. Sarco, Joseph Becker, Charles Palmer, R Ann Sheldon, Donna M. Ferriero
Background
Languages spoken
French
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1235313321
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