Charles W. Bouch, MD
Charles W. Bouch is a Vascular Surgery specialist based in Walnut Creek, CA with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GENERAL SURGERY
Charles W. Bouch, MD has been part of the Walnut Creek medical community since 2006 in group practice. A Tulane University School of Medicine graduate since 1996, he brings 30+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, kidney disease, and diabetes.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 89% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1591dNPPES updated 2022-01-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better16.46%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+11.4 pts)
16.46% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.7%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.9 pts)
Better than 89% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
25
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
135
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
328
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $25k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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 Hypertension, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Diabetes.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$47 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Charles W. Bouch's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
Tulane University School of Medicine
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A surgeon with expertise in the management of surgical disorders of the blood vessels, excluding the intracranial vessels or the heart.
Taxonomy: 2086S0129X
Education & Training
Tulane University School of Medicine (Class of 1996)
Mailing address
1800 Harrison St Fl 7, Oakland, CA 94612-3466
Differs from practice location
Virtual Vascular Surgery Care With Charles W. Bouch
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Charles W. Bouch for blood pressure monitoring, kidney care follow-ups, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Walnut Creek 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 Charles W. Bouch
NPI records show Dr. Bouch as active with telehealth listed in Walnut Creek, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (925) 295-4000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Charles W. Bouch
Practice Location
1425 S Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596-5318
Mailing Address
1800 Harrison St Fl 7, Oakland, CA 94612-3466
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