Denise H Zao, MD
Denise H Zao is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Northville, MI with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 25 years in internal medicine, Denise H Zao, MD is a long-established internist in Northville. Trained at University of Michigan Medical School (class of 2001), she has been practicing for over 25 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 36% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Uses generic medications more than 76% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
39901 Traditions Drive Suite 210, Northville, MI 48168
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.74%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.4 pts)
2.74% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.9%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.1 pts)
Better than 76% of reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
154
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
270
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,921
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $240k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2001
University of Michigan Medical School
Board certified · Dec 16, 2019
Self-reported via NPPES
25 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
University of Michigan Medical School (Class of 2001)
Mailing address
3621 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108-1633
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Denise H Zao
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Denise H Zao for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Northville 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 Denise H Zao
NPI records show Dr. Zao as active with telehealth listed in Northville, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (248) 888-9000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Denise H Zao
Practice Location
39901 Traditions Drive Suite 210, Northville, MI 48168
Mailing Address
3621 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108-1633
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