Carolyn Ley Thomas, MD
Carolyn Ley Thomas is a Surgical Oncology Surgery specialist based in Dallas, TX with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Carolyn Ley Thomas, MD has been part of the Dallas medical community since 2009 in group practice. Trained at University of Kansas School of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) (class of 2006), she has been practicing for over 20 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include cancer, high cholesterol, and hypertension (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 89.44/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 71% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
8160 Walnut Hill Ln Suite 113, Dallas, TX 75231-4339
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 71% of doctors in Texas on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202389.44/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.8 pts)
Better than 71% of MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better35.63%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+30.5 pts)
35.63% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
186
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
43
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
87
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $928
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Cancer, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+54%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$570 received from industry
20 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Carolyn Ley Thomas's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
University of Kansas School of Medicine
20 years in practice
Experienced
A surgical oncologist is a well-qualified surgeon who has obtained additional training and experience in the multidisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients, and devotes a major portion of his or her professional practice to these activities and cancer research.
Taxonomy: 2086X0206X
Education & Training
University of Kansas School of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) (Class of 2006)
Mailing address
Po Box 911230, Dallas, TX 75391-1230
Differs from practice location
Virtual Surgical Oncology Care With Carolyn Ley Thomas
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Carolyn Ley Thomas for follow-up consultations, cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Dallas required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carolyn Ley Thomas
NPI records show Dr. Thomas as active with telehealth listed in Dallas, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (214) 345-7374.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Carolyn Ley Thomas
Practice Location
8160 Walnut Hill Ln Suite 113, Dallas, TX 75231-4339
Mailing Address
Po Box 911230, Dallas, TX 75391-1230
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