Biography

Ida Houston, NP, received her graduate degree from the University of South Florida, MS. She loves working in family medicine as it allows her to help others and get to know a wide variety of patients on a professional, and personal level.

Ms. Houston excels in patient care, demonstrating patience, honesty and attentive listening throughout every patient encounter. She specializes in preventive care and enjoys effectively helping her patients manage chronic conditions. Ms. Houston has a special interest in treating patients with high blood pressure, high cholesterol and heart disease.

Born and raised in the Philippines, Ms. Houston now resides in Tampa, Florida. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, cooking, watching movies and spending time with her family. Ms. Houston currently holds accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

Clinical interests

Arthritis
Asthma
COPD
Dementia
Depression
Diabetes
Geriatrics
Heart disease
High blood pressure
High cholesterol
Nurse practitioner
Preventive care
Thyroid disease
Women's health

Locations

Education and credentials

Board certifications
American Nurses Credentialing Center
Masters
University of South Florida

Accepted insurances

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Clinician numbers for agent use only.
Humana (000102241)
UnitedHealthcare (See payor website)

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  • March 07, 2026

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    3 out of 5 patient rating

    She's an excellent nurse however she's very over cautious on most things... Sometimes a little too critical... The last time I saw her I came in for back pains and she was willing to give me a shot for the pain only one time and then I could not come in and get the shot again and I did find that a little unreasonable especially when I was in there to get help

  • February 17, 2026

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    4 out of 5 patient rating

    Very nice professional

  • February 28, 2026

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    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Ida has treated me several times. She has always been so thorough and knowledgable about my problem and the solution for it,

  • December 11, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    She always listens to my concerns & is clear about the plan going forward

  • October 03, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Ida is always very patient and listens to everything. I have to say answers my questions completely I enjoy my visits with her.

  • September 06, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    She explained everything in detail, was very thorough, spent time, I didn’t feel rushed at all and like the whole staff was very friendly.

  • September 25, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    I personally love working with Ida Houston, ARNP. She is very thorough, I feel very comfortable seeing Her. I will recommend Her anytime.

  • August 14, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Very caring and detailed. I felt very comfortable with her.

  • August 09, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Very through and explained everything well

  • August 26, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    She’s a very good ARNP Nurse, friendly, kind, and treated me like I mattered. I just felt very comfortable with her..

  • August 17, 2025

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    1 out of 5 patient rating

    Was unimpressed

  • August 22, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    As with all the staff, Ida listens, questions, is very insightful, and informative.

  • July 21, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Clear and concise information

  • July 28, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Friendly and knowledgeable

  • July 30, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Ida Houston is very thorough & explains everything clearly. Always listens

  • July 26, 2025

    Verfied Review

    4 out of 5 patient rating

    Thorough.

  • June 07, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    She took the time & patience to resolve my inner ear issue. It took a few visits.

  • June 05, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    knowledgable, professional, and never in a rush. Reviews details.

  • May 25, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    She is very good at what she does and very knowledgeable about everything.

  • May 14, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Knowledge

  • April 18, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Very well informed and very caring and interested in my problems with medications. Had excellent suggestions to help me. Wish she was my primary car doctor!

  • March 31, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    I’ve been a patient of Ida Houston for about 15 yrs. She is a highly detailed, smart, and caring person.

  • January 22, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Nurse practitioner Houston is informative. Thorough explains testing and results. She performed a full physical assessment and also obtained health history.

  • January 31, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    She has the time to go deeper into medications, conditions, outcomes etc.

  • January 30, 2025

    Verfied Review

    4 out of 5 patient rating

    she was well qualified and answered all my questions

  • January 25, 2025

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    She spent a good deal of time listening and explaining everything in detail. She was very professional and I felt very comfortable. So much so, I asked if I could make my next appointment with her.

  • December 17, 2024

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    knowledge

  • December 04, 2024

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    She listened to my explanation of my health issue first, and then explained what the problem was, how to best treat the problem, and what to look for. She has a pleasant disposition and was very patient throughout the appointment.

  • December 27, 2024

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Have been seeing Ida Houston for many years. She always listens & makes a clear plan.

  • November 12, 2024

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Ida listened to my needs. Very though!

  • November 04, 2024

    Verfied Review

    4.5 out of 5 patient rating

    She is #1 professional, caring and helpful,

  • October 04, 2024

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    She is genuinely cares and listens to what I say and takes her time . Explains everything with me of her thoughts.,and I leave there with this feeling saying this was a great visit and take what I was given as far as treatments and just overall she is a great nurse.

  • September 22, 2024

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Ida is very thorough. Helpful. Informative. She gave me information re my insurance.she is nice and reassuring

  • August 13, 2024

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Ida Houston always listens to my concerns & gives me a plan as we move forward.

  • July 02, 2024

    Verfied Review

    2.5 out of 5 patient rating

    She did not record the information as given to her on some things. It took her over 24 hrs.' to call in a refill of medication and recommended a prescription that has not yet been called in to the Pharmacy.

  • March 08, 2024

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Took good care of me.

  • February 16, 2024

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Information given very clearly. Exact and to the point. As seen so far, very caring.

  • December 27, 2023

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    She is the best.

  • January 05, 2024

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    She was a very knowledgeable and took time to explain all that was asked. Pleasant, sweet, awesome practitioner.

  • January 05, 2024

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Because I appreciate all of doctors, clinicians, and reception people in the office - they are all always kind, efficient, and competent.

  • November 08, 2023

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    The attention to the patient helping HER me. She is very illegible good.

  • January 03, 2023

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Very impressed with overall experience.

  • December 11, 2022

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    I find the staff at Optum to be very professional and I will not change dr. as I love the treatment that I received from all at Optum and I am very comfortable and pleased with them at the Clearwater, Florida location.

  • November 14, 2022

    Verfied Review

    2 out of 5 patient rating

    None of those questions _____ anything for my feeling.

  • October 06, 2022

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    It's all good

  • September 28, 2022

    Verfied Review

    1.5 out of 5 patient rating

    Prescribed a x-ray of spine. But problem was a UTI.

  • September 14, 2022

    Verfied Review

    4.3 out of 5 patient rating

    Completely satisfied.

  • June 22, 2022

    Verfied Review

    4.7 out of 5 patient rating

    Good.

  • April 07, 2022

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Excellent service

  • January 12, 2022

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Ida was wonderful. She put me on antibiotics and gave me tramadol for the pain. But it gave me an upset stomachs.

  • November 10, 2021

    Verfied Review

    4 out of 5 patient rating

    Good.

  • February 20, 2022

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    My experience every time I go I get excellent treatment. Everyone one is very caring and attentive with me. I'd go no place else, but there, the staff and doctor kamal is excellent.

  • February 21, 2022

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Very good experience.

  • October 05, 2021

    Verfied Review

    4.3 out of 5 patient rating

    Good.

  • August 31, 2021

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Good.

  • August 27, 2021

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Always pt. centered care!

  • August 18, 2021

    Verfied Review

    2 out of 5 patient rating

    I would have liked my first visit to see the doctor and not nurse practitioner.

  • July 06, 2021

    Verfied Review

    4 out of 5 patient rating

    Good

  • June 07, 2021

    Verfied Review

    4.7 out of 5 patient rating

    I hardly ever know who I'm going to see.

  • January 27, 2021

    Verfied Review

    3.7 out of 5 patient rating

    she took proper steps as far as this visit and did tests

  • January 21, 2021

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    #1. I don't give questions.

  • March 16, 2021

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Great care,always

  • December 07, 2020

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Always good all these years.

  • December 10, 2020

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    good

  • March 18, 2021

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Everyone is nice polite sweet.

  • January 29, 2021

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Great experience in spite of upsetting news & very caring!

  • April 05, 2021

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Great experience - Best ever.

  • April 06, 2021

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    IDA Houston is very good! Care & concern & meeting all needs very good!

  • May 18, 2021

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Ida Houston is ALWAYS very caring and concerned with my [omitted] Mother, very patient, professional and never appears rushed, even though I know that she is very busy. If I lived closer, I would love to have Ida as my primary care provider!

  • May 28, 2021

    Verfied Review

    5 out of 5 patient rating

    I feel a good level of respect for my input. Discussions are always a part of my visit.