Joseph Alan Koch, MD
Joseph Alan Koch, MD has practiced family medicine for 18+ years, working in group practice. A University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio graduate since 2008, he brings 18+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 69% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2276dNPPES updated 2020-02-11 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
10 Medical Center Blvd Ste C, Lufkin, TX 75904-3163
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.49%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.4 pts)
5.49% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
452
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
991
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
9,445
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $718k
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — 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
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — 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.
Graduated medical school · 2008
Ut Health San Antonio Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 10, 2020
CMS-verified certification date
18 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio (Class of 2008)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Joseph Alan Koch
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joseph Alan Koch for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Lufkin 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 Joseph Alan Koch
Dr. Koch is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Lufkin, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (936) 639-4393.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Joseph Alan Koch
Practice Location
10 Medical Center Blvd Ste C, Lufkin, TX 75904-3163
Mailing Address
10 Medical Center Blvd Ste C, Lufkin, TX 75904-3163
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