Helen Chow, M.D.
Helen Chow is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Sacramento, CA with over 17 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Helen Chow, M.D. has been part of the Sacramento medical community since 2011 in group practice. With 17+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Sacramento area. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 90.93/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 26% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 75% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
2279 45th Street, Sacramento, CA 95817-2229
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 75% of doctors in California on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202390.93/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.3 pts)
Better than 75% of MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better7.29%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+2.2 pts)
7.29% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better81.2%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
302
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
133
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
933
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.53M
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.
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%Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — 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
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
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.
17 years in practice
Experienced
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
Mailing address
4501 X St Ste 3016 Hematology Oncology Cancer Center, Sacramento, CA 95817-2229
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 210023
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Helen Chow
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Helen Chow for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Sacramento 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 Helen Chow
Dr. Chow is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Sacramento, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (916) 734-5959.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Helen Chow
Practice Location
2279 45th Street, Sacramento, CA 95817-2229
Mailing Address
4501 X St Ste 3016 Hematology Oncology Cancer Center, Sacramento, CA 95817-2229
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