11914 Astoria Blvd, Suite 355
Houston, TX 77089info@lsrheum.com

Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Call or Text: (713) 588-1674 Fax: 713-554-2246
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Rheumatologist in Houston, Texas – Lonestar Rheumatology

...because your health comes first!

Nilanjana Bose MD MBA

Text or call us at 713-588-1674 today to book your appointment!

Our Mission

We, at Lonestar Rheumatology PLLC, are committed to providing the very best in personalized, evidence-based, compassionate rheumatologic care.

2025
2026
Houston Hits

Get answers for your joint pain – book a visit

Expert, personal rheumatology care in Southeast Houston.

Dr. Nilanjana Bose, a board-certified rheumatologist, diagnoses and treats arthritis, lupus, gout and other autoimmune conditions. We speak English, Hindi and Bengali.

Call or text (713) 588-1674

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Angela K.
 

I’ve known Dr. Bose for nearly 10 years as she has cared for my daughter. Today, l was blessed to have her help my 83 year old mother. You will not find a brighter, more compassionate doctor! Dr. Bose is prepared, engaging and empathetic as she treats the whole patient. As we left the office today, my mom commented, “All doctors should have her bedside manner!” I’m so grateful for Dr. Bose & her genuinely helpful staff!

Roanld G.
 

Very well done. The staff is great. Dr. Boss is very helpful and is easy to talk too

Monica G.
 

Dr. Bose changed my LIFE! When I went to see her I was barely able to walk and in so much pain, it was unbearable. After visiting with her and with the help of my PCP, I am back to regular activities and moving on in positive way with my life. Her staff is always professional and courteous and I always feel heard and she is very available. I HIGHLY recommend her!

Chris G.
 

Dr. Bose and her staff took the time to make sure all my questions (I had a few!) were answered and we had a path forward. 10/10 would recommend

Diana S.
 

Very good doctor and staff is very friendly they will fix your pain!

Alex C.
 

Dr. Bose and her staff were fantastic about getting me in quickly, accommodating my schedule, diagnosing the issue and finding the right treatment the first time around, while dealing with a very difficult health plan. I'm doing much better thanks to the diligence of this clinic team led by Dr. Bose.

Carmen B.
 

Dr Bose was EXCELLENT!!! After all the years I have been trying to find Help and Answers. She took the time to listen and give feedback that I can use. She didn’t give me a pill and send me on my way. Please go see her. You won’t Regret it!!

Cjeryl G.
 

Dr. Bose and her staff are absolutely wonderful. Dr. Bose is very thorough and knowledgeable. I highly recommend her. She is amazing!

Tina C.
 

Today was my first visit to Lone Star Rheumatology. They have a very warm and caring environment. I felt like I’ve been a patient of their’s for years.

Vera E.
 

I'm so happy to have found the best doctor ever for my RA I truly see the difference she help me stay out of the hospital with shots I get. Dr.Bose staff is wonderful.

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CASH PAY:
We offer competitive cash pay rates and provide personalized care for you!
$300 for new in-person visits , $200 for in-person follow-ups, $300 for telehealth new patient visits and $200 for telehealth follow-ups

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TELEHEALTH:
Dr. Bose with Lonestar Rheumatology offers rheumatology telehealth services for all of Texas, schedule your virtual appointment today!


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About our practice

  • We treat patients 18 years of age and older
  • We specialize in the comprehensive treatment of a variety of autoimmune and arthritic conditions
  • We can offer advice both on the use of medical therapies and approaches for wellness
  • We offer infusion (IV) medications for certain rheumatologic conditions as well as non rheumatologic conditions
  • We accept most commercial insurance and Medicare Advantage plans, including Cigna HealthSpring. We are proud to be an in-network provider for TRICARE and TriWest Healthcare Alliance (VA Community Care Network), serving active-duty families, retirees and veterans. See all accepted insurance · Veterans & military patients
  • We are non-participating with Medicare
  • We provide in-office and televisit appointments
  • We also accept self-pay patients

OUR SERVICES

Diagnosis and Treatment of Rheumatologic Conditions

Come visit us t help diagnose and treat rhuematologic issues, we offer a variety of treatment options with a holistic approach

Powerful infusion (Uricase) therapy for Gout 

Our state of the art Infusion Suite is staffed by an excellent nurse. We can treat resistant gout with a powerful infusion (uricase therapy)- this can be life changing for patients with severe gout

Infusions for Rheumatoid arthritis/Lupus/Psoriatic arthritis/Ankylosing Spondylitis/Temporal arteritis and Osteoporosis

Our state of the art Infusion Suite is staffed by an excellent nurse who will make you feel at ease if you need these amazing medications (called Biologics)!

Self pay treatment options available!

No insurance? No problem!
Self pay options are available for patients without governmental insurance. 
You can still access expert rheumatolgic care without conventional insurance

Telehealth services within Texas

We can provide comprehensive rheumatologic care for all Texas residents! Telehealth can be a great tool to ensure everyone has access to quality health care regardless of distance and availability. 

Bracing services for knee, low back and wrist pain

We are excited to offer appropriate braces to help patients with joint pain, if allowed by their insurance

Clinical Research: Offering the latest rheumatology clinical trials for our patients!

We are excited to bring the latest clinical trials for our patients who qualify!

US Clinical Experience/Hands-on Experience for IMGs

We are excited to offer hands-on, personalized US clinical experience for our valued International Medical Graduates (IMGs) who are seeking residency positions in the US. Please email us at info@lsrheum.com to enquire!

Conditions We Treat:

  • Evaluation of joint pain and arthritis
  • Evaluation of abnormal autoimmune markers (ANA, Rheumatoid Factor, Anti-CCP)
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Psoriatic arthritis
  • Ankylosing spondylitis
  • Reactive arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Gout
  • Pseudogout
  • Systemic lupus erythematosus
  • Cutaneous lupus
  • Discoid lupus
  • Sjogren's syndrome/sicca syndrome
  • Polymyositis
  • Dermatomyositis
  • Temporal arteritis /giant cell arteritis
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
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SERVICES NOT PROVIDED:

  • Surgical procedures, such as joint replacement
  • Controlled substance prescriptions, i.e., narcotics/opioids (e.g., Tramadol, Tylenol #3, Tylenol #4, Percocet, Vicodin), certain muscle relaxants (e.g., carisoprodol, tizanidine, methocarbamol, metaxolone), anxiety medications (e.g., alprazolam, lorazepam), sleep medications (e.g., zolpidem), certain "nerve" medications (e.g., pregabalin, high dose gabapentin) and any other medications which may be beyond the scope of our practice
  • After hours and weekend coverage, so please be sure to ask for your medication refills during business hours
  • Evaluation and paperwork for workman's compensation, short-term or long-term disability (we, CAN, however, assist with FMLA forms)

Insurances we accept

Military & veterans

  • TRICARE – in network
  • TriWest Healthcare Alliance – VA Community Care Network (VA-CCN), with VA referral
  • US Family Health Plan (USFHP) – CHRISTUS Health

Commercial plans

  • Aetna (commercial)
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (commercial) and BCBS Federal Employee Program
  • Cigna (commercial)
  • Humana (commercial); Humana HMO with PCP referral
  • UnitedHealthcare (commercial); UnitedHealthcare HMO with PCP referral
  • UMR · PHCS / MultiPlan (Claritev) · 90 Degree Benefits · Boone Chapman
  • Community Health Choice (Marketplace plan only)
  • Memorial Hermann · Kelsey-Seybold

Medicare Advantage plans

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage
  • Blue Cross Medicare Advantage
  • HealthSpring (formerly Cigna Medicare Advantage)
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage
  • WellMed · WellCare

Medicare

We accept traditional Medicare patients as a non-participating provider. You pay for your visit at check-in; we file the claim for you, and Medicare reimburses you 80% of its allowed amount. If you have a secondary (supplement) plan, it may cover the remaining 20%.

Good to know

  • HMO plans require a referral from your primary care doctor before your visit.
  • We do not currently accept Medicaid, Ambetter (as primary insurance), workers’ compensation or motor vehicle accident claims.
  • No insurance, or out of network? See our self-pay options.
  • Questions about your plan? Call or text (713) 588-1674.
Notice Concerning Complaints / Aviso sobre las quejas – Texas Medical Board
DISCLOSURE REGARDING THE USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE-ENABLED TOOLS

This medical office may use artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled tools such as Doximity, Layrd, Vantage and Curogram to support administrative, operational, and clinical workflows, such as documentation assistance, scheduling, billing support, and patient education materials. AI tools are used as adjuncts only and do not replace the independent clinical judgment of physicians or other licensed healthcare professionals.

All medical decisions, diagnoses, and treatment plans are made by qualified clinicians. AI generated content is reviewed for accuracy and appropriateness prior to use in patient care. Patient information is handled in accordance with applicable federal and state privacy laws, including HIPAA.

If you have questions about how AI tools are used in this office, please ask a member of our staff.

DISCLOSURE REGARDING EDUCATIONAL VIDEOS, WEBSITE INFORMATION AND SOCIAL MEDIA FOR LONESTAR RHEUMATOLOGY

The contents of our website, social media and other programmed content, including any links or documents, are for educational and informational purposes only. The provision of this information is not an attempt to practice medicine or provide specific medical advice. The information on this website should not be used to diagnose or treat a health condition, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with a qualified and licensed physician or other medical provider for medical advice. If you think you have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.

No physician-patient relationship is created by our website/social media/programming or its use. Neither Dr. Nilanjana Bose, Lonestar Rheumatology, nor their employees, nor any contributor to this web site, social media or other programmed content, make any representations, express or implied, with respect to the information provided herein or to its use.

Pursuant to the Affordable Care Act, free interpreter service for certain languages may be available on request.

NOTICE CONCERNING COMPLAINTS

Complaints about physicians, as well as other licensees and registrants of the Texas Medical Board, including physician assistants, acupuncturists, surgical assistants, medical radiologic technologists, non-certified radiologic technicians, respiratory care practitioners, medical physicists, and perfusionists may be reported for investigation at the following address:

Texas Medical Board
Attention: Investigations
1801 Congress Avenue, Suite 9.200
P.O. Box 2018
Austin, Texas 78768-2018

Assistance in filing a complaint is available by calling the following telephone number: 1-800-201-9353
For more information please visit our website at www.tmb.state.tx.us

AVISO SOBRE LAS QUEJAS

Quejas sobre médicos, así como sobre otros profesionales médicos de la Junta Médica de Texas, incluyendo asistentes médicos profesionales, acupunturistas, asistentes quirúrgicos, tecnólogos médicos en radiología, técnicos radiólogos no certificados, profesionales de cuidados respiratorios, físicos médicos, y perfusionistas se pueden presentar en la siguiente dirección para ser investigadas:

Texas Medical Board
Attention: Investigations
1801 Congress Avenue, Suite 9.200
P.O. Box 2018
Austin, Texas 78768-2018

Si necesita ayuda para presentar una queja, llame al:1-800-201-9353
Para obtener más información, visite nuestro sitio web enwww.tmb.state.tx.us