Kathleen Kelly Gallagher, MD
Kathleen Kelly Gallagher is an Otolaryngology specialist based in Houston, TX with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Kathleen Kelly Gallagher, MD has been part of the Houston medical community since 2007 in group practice. A Baylor College of Medicine graduate since 2007, he brings 19+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 91.34/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 89% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Federal MIPS score higher than 84% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2019dNPPES updated 2020-11-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 84% of doctors in Texas on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202391.34/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.7 pts)
Better than 84% of MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.94%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.8 pts)
5.94% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.2%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.4 pts)
Better than 89% of reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
97
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
136
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
539
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $28k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
A condition causing airway inflammation, wheezing, and difficulty breathing
US avg: 13.3%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$342 received from industry
4 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 Kathleen Kelly Gallagher's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2007
Baylor College of Medicine
Board certified · Nov 12, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
19 years in practice
Experienced
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
Taxonomy: 207Y00000X
Education & Training
Baylor College of Medicine (Class of 2007)
Mailing address
1 Baylor Plz Baylor College of Medicine - Otolaryngology, Na102, Houston, TX 77030-3411
Differs from practice location
Virtual Otolaryngology Care With Kathleen Kelly Gallagher
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kathleen Kelly Gallagher for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, 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 Kathleen Kelly Gallagher
NPI records show Dr. Gallagher as active with telehealth listed in Houston, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (713) 798-5900.
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
1977 Butler Blvd # E5.200, Houston, TX 77030-4101
Mailing Address
1 Baylor Plz Baylor College of Medicine - Otolaryngology, Na102, Houston, TX 77030-3411
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