Ellen O'Keefe Turner, M.D.
Ellen O'Keefe Turner is a Dermatology specialist based in Dallas, TX with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 25 years in dermatology, Ellen O'Keefe Turner, M.D. is a long-established dermatologist in Dallas. A Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine graduate since 2001, she brings 25+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 80.98/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 42% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
4420 W Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX 75209-3130
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Texas.
MIPS Score
202380.98/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.6 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better76%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
365
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
149
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
455
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $733k
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ 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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.4k received from industry
109 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 Ellen O'Keefe Turner's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2001
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
Board certified · Mar 24, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
25 years in practice
Experienced
A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
Taxonomy: 207N00000X
Education & Training
Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine (Class of 2001)
Mailing address
Po Box 610429, Dallas, TX 75261-0429
Differs from practice location
Virtual Dermatology Care With Ellen O'Keefe Turner
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ellen O'Keefe Turner for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — 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 Ellen O'Keefe Turner
NPI records show Dr. Turner as active with telehealth listed in Dallas, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (214) 373-7546.
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 Ellen O'Keefe Turner
Practice Location
4420 W Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX 75209-3130
Mailing Address
Po Box 610429, Dallas, TX 75261-0429
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