Gary G Zhao, MD

Hematology & Oncology

Internal Medicine

Gary G Zhao is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in San Jose, CA with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(408) 885-5969San Jose, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across CA can see Gary G Zhao, MD in person in San Jose or via virtual visit — no travel required. With 38+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the San Jose area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 80.58/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 42% of reporting doctors in California
  • Federal MIPS score higher than 46% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 796 Internal Medicine providers in CASee all Internal Medicine in San Jose38+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 6829dNPPES updated 2007-09-12 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

751 S Bascom Ave Oncology/Hematology Dept, San Jose, CA 95128-2604

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in California, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

MIPS Score

2023

80.58/100

California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6

Lower than most doctors nationally(-3 pts)

Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in California

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

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

1.62%

California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.5 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in California

1.62% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

72.1%

California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-10.7 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

390

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

76

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

681

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $2.48M

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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Cancer.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-13%)57%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here

Cancer
Higher than avg (+26%)47%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+10%)44%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor

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

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-24%)25%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-24%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. 38 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineHematology & Oncology in San JoseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.

Taxonomy: 207RH0003X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

751 S Bascom Ave, San Jose, CA 95128-2604

Differs from practice location

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 190017

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Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Gary G Zhao

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Gary G Zhao for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to San Jose 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 Gary G Zhao

Dr. Zhao is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in San Jose, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (408) 885-5969.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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