Christopher Vuong, M.D.

Otolaryngology

Christopher Vuong is an Otolaryngology specialist based in Rancho Mirage, CA with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(909) 558-4289Rancho Mirage, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across CA can see Christopher Vuong, M.D. in person in Rancho Mirage or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Albany Medical College of Union University graduate since 2013, he brings 13+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 93.4/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 79% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 233 Otolaryngology providers in CASee all Otolaryngology in Rancho Mirage13+ years experienceNPI since 2013

Older · 1663dNPPES updated 2021-11-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

39000 Bob Hope Dr Bldg Suite3, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270-3221

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 79% of doctors in California on federal quality measures.

MIPS Score

2023

93.4/100

California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.8 pts)

Better than 79% of MIPS-scored doctors in California

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Medicare Patients

412

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

208

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

407

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $9k

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+2%)72%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+3%)52%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-7%)27%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-3%)27%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+3%)21%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
20%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$293 received from industry

9 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Christopher Vuong's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2013

    Albany Medical College

  2. Board certified · Nov 1, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 13 years in practice

    Established

OtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.

Taxonomy: 207Y00000X

Education & Training

Albany Medical College of Union University (Class of 2013)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

39000 Bob Hope Dr Ste W301, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270-7036

Differs from practice location

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 190319

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Virtual Otolaryngology Care With Christopher Vuong

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher Vuong for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Rancho Mirage 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 Christopher Vuong

NPI records show Dr. Vuong as active with telehealth listed in Rancho Mirage, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (909) 558-4289.

Verified across 6 federal data sources

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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