Hun Ju Lee, MD, MBA
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine
Hun Ju Lee is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in Houston, TX with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Hun Ju Lee, MD, MBA has practiced internal medicine for 20+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine in 2006 and has 20+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 81.39/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 23% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Federal MIPS score higher than 43% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3182dNPPES updated 2017-09-05 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Texas, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202381.39/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.2 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.59%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.5 pts)
3.59% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better43.4%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-39.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
245
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
73
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
334
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.65M
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — 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
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$4.3k received from industry
15 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 Hun Ju Lee's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at Suny Buffalo
20 years in practice
Experienced
Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.
Taxonomy: 207RX0202X
Education & Training
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine (Class of 2006)
Mailing address
Po Box 4439, Houston, TX 77210-4439
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Oncology Care With Hun Ju Lee
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Hun Ju Lee for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Houston 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 Hun Ju Lee
Dr. Lee is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Houston, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (713) 792-6161.
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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Practice Location
1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4009
Mailing Address
Po Box 4439, Houston, TX 77210-4439
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