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About Dr. Mary Margaret Ara
Background and practice information
Dr. Mary Margaret Ara is a family medicine doctor with over 18 years of clinical experience serving patients in the Goliad, TX area. She completed her medical training at University Of Texas Medical School At Houston and has been in practice since 2008. She currently practices at Sahara Medical Consulting, Pllc.
Dr. Mary Margaret Ara's clinical practice focuses on treating patients with blood clot prevention and stroke risk reduction, nausea and vomiting.
Dr. Mary Margaret Ara is in-network with 7 insurance providers, including Aetna, Cigna, HCSC: BCBS Texas, and 4 more. Patients are encouraged to verify coverage with her office before scheduling an appointment.
At a Glance
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Sahara Medical Consulting, Pllc
Primary242 S Commercial St
Goliad, TX 77963
(361) 884-2904
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Treatment & Experience
Clinical practice and procedure experience for Dr. Mary Margaret Ara
Services & Procedures
Dr. Mary Margaret Ara's clinical practice encompasses hospital care.
Hospital Care
82 servicesDr. Mary Margaret Ara manages inpatient hospital care including admissions, daily rounds, critical care, and discharge coordination, including hospital admission and daily hospital rounds. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 65% below the billed amount.
Treatment Approach
Dr. Mary Margaret Ara's treatment approach includes prescribing Apixaban (Eliquis), Ondansetron Hcl for her patients. These medications are commonly used for treating blood clot prevention and stroke risk reduction, nausea and vomiting.
Source: CMS Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, 2023.
Insurance Networks
Accepted insurance plans and networks
Dr. Mary Margaret Ara accepts 74 plans from 7 insurers, including HCSC: BCBS Texas, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare.
Source: CMS Transparency in Coverage filings (March 2026). Network participation may change — verify with the provider's office before scheduling.
Financial Transparency
Industry payment disclosures
Pharmaceutical and medical device companies disclosed $3.4K in payments to Dr. Mary Margaret Ara in 2024, primarily from Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC for travel and lodging. These disclosures are required by federal law under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act.
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Source: CMS Open Payments, 2024.
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About Family Practice
Specialty overview and common conditions
A family medicine physician (also called a family doctor or family practice physician) is a medical doctor (M.D. or D.O.) who provides comprehensive healthcare to people of all ages—from newborns to the elderly. Family medicine physicians are trained to treat a wide range of medical conditions and o...
Common conditions treated by family practice specialists:
- Diabetes (Type 2)
- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Upper Respiratory Infections (URIs)
- Anxiety and Depression
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary Margaret Ara
Does Dr. Ara accept Medicare?
Yes, Dr. Ara accepts Medicare assignment. Patients with Medicare coverage can see Dr. Ara and typically pay less out of pocket when using a provider who accepts Medicare assignment.
What insurance does Dr. Ara accept?
Dr. Ara is in-network with 7 insurance providers, including Aetna, Cigna, HCSC: BCBS Texas, Medicare, Oxford Health Plans (UHC), and 2 more. Insurance networks can change, so patients should verify their specific plan coverage directly with Dr. Ara's office before scheduling.
Does Dr. Ara offer telehealth or virtual appointments?
Dr. Ara does not currently list telehealth services. For virtual care options, contact the office directly or consider other family practice providers in Goliad who offer telehealth.
What conditions does Dr. Ara treat?
As a family practice specialist, Dr. Ara commonly treats conditions including diabetes (type 2), hypertension (high blood pressure), upper respiratory infections (uris), anxiety and depression, high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), and other related health concerns. Contact the office to discuss your specific healthcare needs.
What medications does Dr. Ara commonly prescribe?
Based on Medicare prescribing data, Dr. Ara commonly prescribes medications including Apixaban, Ondansetron Hcl. The specific medications prescribed depend on each patient's individual diagnosis and health needs. Patients should discuss treatment options directly with Dr. Ara during their consultation.
Where did Dr. Ara go to medical school?
Dr. Ara completed medical training at University Of Texas Medical School At Houston and has been practicing since 2008, bringing over 18 years of clinical experience.
Where is Dr. Ara's office located?
Dr. Ara practices at 242 S COMMERCIAL ST, Goliad, TX 77963 at SAHARA MEDICAL CONSULTING, PLLC. You can reach the office by calling (361) 884-2904.
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ara?
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Ara, call the office at (361) 884-2904. New patients should have their insurance information and medical records ready when calling.
Data source: CMS National Provider Registry ·
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