Douglas Frederick Bahr, MD
Douglas Frederick Bahr, MD runs an independent internist practice in New Braunfels, TX. A University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston graduate since 1985, he brings 41+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 25% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Uses generic medications more than 72% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1879dNPPES updated 2021-03-14 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
990 Loop 337, New Braunfels, TX 78130-3521
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 = better3.22%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.9 pts)
3.22% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.5%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.7 pts)
Better than 72% of reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
397
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
663
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,283
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $742k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$131 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 Douglas Frederick Bahr's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1985
University of Texas Medical Branch
Board certified · Mar 13, 2021
CMS-verified certification date
41 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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 Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (Class of 1985)
Mailing address
2961 Mossrock, San Antonio, TX 78230-5119
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Douglas Frederick Bahr
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Douglas Frederick Bahr for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to New Braunfels 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 Douglas Frederick Bahr
NPI records show Dr. Bahr as active with telehealth listed in New Braunfels, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (830) 515-1280.
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 Douglas Frederick Bahr
Practice Location
990 Loop 337, New Braunfels, TX 78130-3521
Mailing Address
2961 Mossrock, San Antonio, TX 78230-5119
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