James Rex Lemert, M.D.
James Rex Lemert is an Urology specialist based in Amarillo, TX with over 16 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
James Rex Lemert, M.D. has practiced urology for 16+ years, working in independent practice. He graduated from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine in 2010 and has 16+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 83.64/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 27% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Uses generic medications more than 45% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Federal MIPS score higher than 63% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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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, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202383.64/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
≈ Same as national average
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 = better2.84%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)
2.84% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.1%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
875
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
581
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,359
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.38M
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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ 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 (-4%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$451 received from industry
23 transactions 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 James Rex Lemert's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2010
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
16 years in practice
Experienced
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Taxonomy: 208800000X
Education & Training
Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine (Class of 2010)
Mailing address
Po Box 51800, Amarillo, TX 79159-1800
Differs from practice location
Virtual Urology Care With James Rex Lemert
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James Rex Lemert for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Amarillo 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 James Rex Lemert
NPI records show Dr. Lemert as active with telehealth listed in Amarillo, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (806) 355-9447.
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
1900 Medi Park Dr, Amarillo, TX 79106-2187
Mailing Address
Po Box 51800, Amarillo, TX 79159-1800
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