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Rachel Elizabeth Arffa, MD

Otolaryngology

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About Rachel Elizabeth Arffa, MD

Dr. Arffa is a fellowship-trained rhinologist and general otolaryngologist. She is from Pittsburgh, PA, and completed her medical school training at the University of Pittsburgh. She then did her Otolaryngology residency at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple and completed a fellowship in Rhinology at the Sinus and Nasal Institute of Florida in St. Petersburg, FL. Dr. Arffa enjoys caring for patients with problems in the fields of otolaryngology. She is a specialty-trained sinus specialist capable of caring for patients with complicated sinus problems, such as allergic fungal sinusitis, sinus tumors, inverted papilloma, CSF leak and more. Dr. Arffa is also Inspire Sleep Apnea Treatment Certified, allowing her to implant the only FDA-approved obstructive sleep apnea treatment that works inside the body to address the root cause of sleep apnea. She is an avid traveler and frequently visits Asia, especially Japan. She also enjoys cooking, artwork and spending time with her family.

Dr. Arffa has been recognized as a Top Doc 2022 and 2023 by Austin Monthly Magazine. Winners are nominated by their peers as among the best in their region/nation in their medical specialty.



LanguagesEnglish
Ages SeenAdolescents (ages 12-18), Adults, Geriatrics, Newborns (0-28 days), Infants and Toddlers (ages 0-2), Children (ages 3-11)
Hospital Affiliations
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Pflugerville
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Buda
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Lakeway
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Austin
Insurance Accepted
*Accepted plans and benefits may vary by location.
INSURANCE PLAN
ACCEPTS NEW PATIENTS
Aetna - Aetna Signature Administrators
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Aetna - Choice POS II
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Aetna - Elect Choice
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Aetna - Health Network Only
Aetna - Health Network Option
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Aetna - HMO
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Aetna - Managed Choice
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Aetna - Open Access Elect Choice
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Aetna - Open Access HMO
Aetna - Open Access Managed Choice
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Aetna - Open Access Select
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Aetna - Open Choice PPO
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Aetna - QPOS
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Aetna - Select SM
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Aetna - US Access
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - Baptist St Anthony Preferred HMO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Access PPO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Plus HMO-Group
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Plus HMO-Individual/Family
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Plus PPO-Group
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Plus PPO-Individual/Family
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Preferred HMO - Individual Marketplace
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Preferred HMO Network - Group
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Preferred PPO Network
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Premier HMO-Group
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Premier HMO-Individual/Family
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Premier PPO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW SeniorCare Advantage HMO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW SeniorCare Advantage PPO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Solutions PPO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSWH Employee Network - PPO & HSA
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSWH Employee Network - SEQA & EQA
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - Covenant Preferred HMO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - EPO Network-Individual/Family
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - ERS BSW Preferred HMO Network
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - Hendrick Health Employee Plan
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - HMO Network-Group
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - HMO Network-Individual/Family
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - McLane Group Network
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - PPO Network-Group
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - Pyco Industries Employee Plan
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - RightCare STAR Medicaid Network
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Bell County Public Health District - Bell County Public Health District
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Bronze
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Gold
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage HMO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Silver
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Choice Plus
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Choice PPO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Essentials
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Essentials Access HMO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Premier
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Premier Open Access HMO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Select PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Indemnity
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage - EFH Retirees
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage - Oncor
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - ParPlan
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - STAR Kids
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Traditional
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Brookshire Brothers - Brookshire Brothers Employee Plan (Nexcaliber)
Cigna - CAC Plan
Cigna - Cigna Choice Fund
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Cigna - EPO
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Cigna - Flexcare
Cigna - HMO
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Cigna - HMO Open Acces
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Cigna - HMO Open Access
Cigna - HMO/POS
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Cigna - LocalPlus
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Cigna - LocalPlusIN
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Cigna - Network
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Cigna - Network Open Access
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Cigna - Network POS
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Cigna - Open Access Plus
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Cigna - POS
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Cigna - POS Open Access
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Cigna - PPO
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Consolidated Association of Railroad Employees - Self-Insured Employee Plan
Coventry - Coventry/First Health
DFW ConnectedCare - American Airlines Employee Benefit Plan
Envolve Vision - Envolve Vision
EyeMed Vision - EyeMed Vision
First Health - First Health PPO
FirstCare Health Plans - BSW Plus HMO
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FirstCare Health Plans - BSW Plus PPO
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FirstCare Health Plans - BSW Preferred HMO Network - Group
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FirstCare Health Plans - CHIP
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FirstCare Health Plans - FirstCare Advantage Dual SNP (HMO SNP)
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FirstCare Health Plans - FirstCare Select Plus HMO Network
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FirstCare Health Plans - Hendrick Health Employee Plan
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FirstCare Health Plans - Pyco Industries Employee Plan
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FirstCare Health Plans - STAR Medicaid - MRSA
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Galaxy Health Network - Galaxy Health Network
Gladney Center - Gladney Center
HealthSmart - ACCEL Network
HealthSmart - HealthSmart PPO
HealthSmart - HealthSmart Preferred Care EPO
HealthSmart - HealthSmart Preferred Care GEPO
HealthSmart - Preferred Network
Humana Behavioral - Tricare Members Only
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Humana - ChoiceCare
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Humana - ChoiceCare Preferred Network
Humana - Commercial HMO Plans
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Humana - Commercial PPO Plans
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Humana - Humana Preferred
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Humana - Medicare Advantage Plans (exclude Southwestern Health Resources Network)
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Humana - National POS
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Imagine Health - EPN
Independent Medical Systems - IMS Network
Magellan - CHIP
Magellan - Navigator Networks
Magellan - Pinnacle Networks
Magellan - STAR
Magellan - STAR Kids
Magellan - Summit Networks
Medicaid - AmeriGroup
Medicaid - Oklahoma Medicaid
Medicaid - Parkland HealthFirst
Medicaid - Superior HealthPlan
Medicaid - Traditional Medicaid
Medical Development International - MDI
Medicare Railroad - Medicare Railroad
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Medicare - Traditional Medicare
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Midland Memorial Hospital - Employee Benefit Plan
Mother Frances Hospital Regional - Self-Insured Employee Plan
OccuNet - Occupational Networks of Texas, Inc.
Optum - United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum
PHCS Network - Beech Street of Texas PPO
PHCS Network - Private Health Care SYstem PPO
Reny Company - Workers Comp
Rockport - Workers Comp
Scott & White Health Plan - RightCare STAR Medicaid Network
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Sedgwick Preferred Network f/k/a Southwest Medical - Workers Comp
Superior Health Plan - Ambetter Balance Care - Silver
Superior Health Plan - Ambetter Secure Care - Gold
Superior Vision - Superior Vision
Superior - Ambetter Balance Care - Silver
Superior - Ambetter Secure Care - Gold
Superior - CHIP
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Superior - CHIP Perinate
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Superior - Foster Care
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Superior - STAR
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Superior - STAR+PLUS
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Three Rivers Network - Three Rivers Network
Tricare - Tricare Extra
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Tricare - Tricare Prime
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Tricare - Tricare Select
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TriWest - VA-PCCC
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United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum - United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum
UnitedHealth - AARP Medicare Complete
UnitedHealth - Charter EPO
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UnitedHealth - Charter HMO
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UnitedHealth - Charter POS
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UnitedHealth - CHIP
UnitedHealth - Choice +HMO
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UnitedHealth - Choice EPO
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UnitedHealth - Choice HMO
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UnitedHealth - Choice Plus POS
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UnitedHealth - Core Choice Plus POS
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UnitedHealth - Core EPO
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UnitedHealth - Core HMO
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UnitedHealth - Dual Complete Medicare Advantage
UnitedHealth - Group Medicare Advantage
UnitedHealth - Medicare Complete
UnitedHealth - Medicare Gold
UnitedHealth - Medicare Silver
UnitedHealth - Navigate EPO
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UnitedHealth - Navigate HMO
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UnitedHealth - Navigate HMO+
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UnitedHealth - Navigate POS
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UnitedHealth - Nexus ACO OA
UnitedHealth - Options PPO
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UnitedHealth - PPO
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UnitedHealth - Secure Horizons
UnitedHealth - Select +
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UnitedHealth - Select EPO
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UnitedHealth - Select HMO
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UnitedHealth - Select Plus POS
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UnitedHealth - STAR
UnitedHealth - STAR Kids
UnitedHealth - STAR+PLUS
UnitedHealth - UHC West Signature Value Gated HMO
University Mary Hardin - Baylor-Employee Benefit Plan
Your rights and protections against surprise medical bills

Insurance listings are subject to change without prior notice. Please call your physician's office or your health or insurance plan to verify coverage information prior to scheduling your visit or procedure. Not all members participating in contracted networks have "in network" access. In network participation may change from time to time without prior notice. Independent providers (which could include, for example only, anesthesiologists, radiologists, pathologists, emergency medicine physicians, advance practice professionals, and other independent providers of health care services) may deliver part of your care, and such providers may be considered out-of-network on your health and insurance plans even if the Facility may be considered in network. If you desire additional information as to the providers who may be involved in providing your care, you can either ask your treating provider (who may know some of the specialists or groups who could be involved) or you can request a list of Facility-based physician groups by calling the following toll free number: (877) 810-0372. This list is updated annually and is subject to change without prior notice.

Background

Education
  • Medical School: Medical Doctor, University of Pittsburgh (2010)
  • Internship: General Surgery, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (2011)
  • Residency: Otolaryngology, Texas A and M College of Medicine/Scott and White (2015)
  • Fellowship: Rhinology, Sinus & Nasal Institute of Florida (2016)
Certifications
  • Otolaryngology - American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Industry Relationships

Baylor Scott & White Health’s vision is to be the most trusted name in giving and receiving safe, quality, compassionate healthcare. As part of that vision, Baylor Scott & White Health is committed to dealing honestly, fairly and with integrity in all matters to provide exemplary patient care, broaden medical knowledge, train the next generation of physicians and support outside relationships that promise public benefit.To that end, Baylor Scott & White Health physicians may collaborate with health care industry partners such as pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device companies (collectively referred to as Industry) to help develop medical breakthroughs, or provide medical expertise or education. To promote professional and commercial integrity in such matters, physicians who are employed, contracted for administrative duties or performing research with Baylor Scott & White Health seek advanced approval for certain new Industry relationships, and report their Industry relationships and activities to the Office of Corporate Compliance annually for review.

Baylor Scott & White Health publicly discloses reported payments to these physicians and their immediate family members of $5,000 or more from Industry companies with which the physicians interact as part of their professional activities. The information on this website may differ somewhat from information on other publicly available databases due to different reporting periods, definitions, or reporting requirements. Patients may visit CMS’ Open Payments Database for more information, and should feel free to speak with their physician about relationships with Industry.

As of Aug 25, 2020, Rachel Elizabeth Arffa, MD  has reported no outside relationship with Industry that is applicable to this listing.

Reviews (215) for Rachel Elizabeth Arffa, MD

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May 12, 2023
She is knowledgeable, answered all my questions. I am starting a 6 month maintenance appointment with her.
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May 11, 2023
She is very pleasant and knowledgeable
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Apr 30, 2023
She is an outstanding doctor, and I have already scheduled my follow up meeting in a few months with her. I do have a little bit of a ringing in my ear from the loud sound that that vacuum made though. I was hoping it would've gone away by now, but it's only been a few days, so maybe it'll go away soon. The doctor was really excellent and I very nice person too.
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Apr 29, 2023
She is always friendly, professional and always takes time to answer any questions.
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Apr 26, 2023
Prompt accurate assessment and treatment recommendations.
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Apr 22, 2023
Good
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Apr 11, 2023
To me she appeared to be able to diagnose my condition very accurately. Her suggestions were very helpful. She explains everything very well.
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Apr 11, 2023
Very knowledgeable
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Apr 11, 2023
Very knowledgeable, professional and explained everything in terms I could easily understand.
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Apr 4, 2023
Dr.Arffa discussed lots of options that could help me. Dr. Arffa is knowledgeable and informative.
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Mar 31, 2023
Nice and helpful.
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Mar 28, 2023
Dr Arffa is professional. I feel like I can totally trust her recommendations and she is insightful. She doesn't require a lot of time to hear what you are telling her - she's very smart and knows exactly how to answer questions. The care is above and beyond'
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Mar 27, 2023
Dr. Arffa is polite and professional. Puts you at ease before looking inside your nose.
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Mar 26, 2023
Excellent care with empathy for my condition and allowing me to understand options for my care.
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Mar 26, 2023
Took time to listen to my concerns and explain my options.
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Mar 23, 2023
Very abrupt with her bedside manner
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Mar 23, 2023
Dr. Arffa is very efficient and knowledgeable. This sometimes can feel abrupt and curt.
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Mar 21, 2023
Very attentive to my issues
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Mar 19, 2023
I was very impressed with Dr Arffa She was very detailed and listened to my concerns gave me directions for any future problems
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Mar 18, 2023
Exceptional care and wonderful bedside manner. She makes you feel like part of the family and not just another patient.
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Mar 17, 2023
Caring, good listener, thorough exam
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Mar 14, 2023
She was very thorough, provided the solution to fix my issue, and we set a follow up appointment.
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Mar 9, 2023
Works fast but proficient.
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Mar 9, 2023
Very knowledgeable and thorough
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Mar 7, 2023
Very patient and answered every questions of mine.
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Mar 4, 2023
She is AMAZING!
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Mar 3, 2023
Dr. Arffa was pleasant, knowledgeable and informative. She also made sure to keep me relaxed and comfortable until my surgery. Kept me up to date as far the slight delay of my surgery.
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Feb 28, 2023
She seemed to know exactly what needed to be done to make me healthy again!
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Feb 27, 2023
Responsive, good bedside manner
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Feb 26, 2023
Dr. Arffa is very personable and knowledgeable. She found and treated my chronic sinus infection persistently.
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Feb 25, 2023
Very informative
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Feb 23, 2023
Rachal was very knowledgeable and confident. She made me feel good about my issue.
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Feb 21, 2023
Thorough and reactive to questions
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Feb 18, 2023
She is a good doctor.
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Feb 16, 2023
She answered all my concerns and questions
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Feb 16, 2023
She took her time right now explained things very carefully to be her whole team was very pleasant overall they were all great
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Feb 13, 2023
Dr. Arffa is by far a fantastic Doctor.
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Feb 11, 2023
She's the best doctor I've ever had and I have so much respect for her. Being under her care has changed my life!
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Feb 11, 2023
Explained thinga well. No long waiting
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Feb 10, 2023
Knowledgeable and thorough
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Feb 9, 2023
Dr. Was cordial and professional, except I wish she had introduced the other lady in the room and told me she was in training and if it was ok for her to be there. I have had other visits and have in most cases been introduced and told why another person was in the room.
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Feb 9, 2023
Caring and helpful with questions of information needed or relevant to me.
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Jan 30, 2023
Always a good visit.
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Jan 25, 2023
Professional and empathetic.
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Jan 24, 2023
Dr. Arfa is GREAT. She knows her business, works well with her customers. She has empathy, Loves her job. She is extremely qualified. We need her at Baylor Scott and White as one of your Leaders in her field. I would recommend any one who needs E.N.T. We must have great Doctor's like Dr.Arfa in Round Rock.
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Jan 23, 2023
She is a rock star! She listens, takes care by educating and helping explore all my options to be actively involved in my care.
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Jan 19, 2023
Outstanding, she is very good, I was very pleased.
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Jan 17, 2023
Excellent experience! She was very personable took her time answered all my question as well as my son's questions never felt rush. Would definitely recommend!
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Jan 17, 2023
Very good
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Jan 17, 2023
On time, efficient
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Jan 14, 2023
She made advisable referrals.
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Jan 14, 2023
She is very professional, includes the patient in decision making and caring.
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Jan 14, 2023
Dr is excellent in all ways, knowledge, manners and treatment.
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Jan 12, 2023
She is very helpful and professional.
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Jan 12, 2023
She is a good listener, super competent, and her treatment was spot on! Very effective and affable!
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Jan 11, 2023
It was my first visit with this provider and she did a very thorough examination and listened carefully to all my concerns and questions. I did not feel rushed. If I need to go to an ENT again, I will definitely choose this provider.
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Jan 8, 2023
Very caring and comforting in her manner.
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Jan 8, 2023
Very caring and communicative
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Jan 8, 2023
Very sharp! Good listener, quick with suggestions.
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Jan 6, 2023
One great doctor
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Jan 5, 2023
The Doctor gave me very good recommendations related to my issue with dry sinus
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Jan 1, 2023
Dr. ARFFA is doing her best trying to fix my problems.
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Dec 24, 2022
Very personable, timely, and efficient.
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Dec 21, 2022
She is great! Overall good experience. The only complaint or issue I have is I wished I had been given better expectations on what to expect after surgery. Her and staff were rather casual in that it is routine for them. It is not routine for the patient.
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Dec 16, 2022
She gets my sinuses checked out efficiently and quickly. She is kind and caring. Definitely engaged with patient.
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Dec 11, 2022
She is very knowledgeable. I trust her judgement in my care.
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Dec 10, 2022
Doctor was great! However, her office staff is slow on communication and difficult to get responses from which is very frustrating and time consuming.
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Dec 9, 2022
I felt important and she gave her full attention to my conditions.
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Dec 9, 2022
Excellent care, efficient processes, and outstanding compassion.
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