Kindrell S Tucker, M.D.
Kindrell S Tucker, M.D. specializes in family medicine, serving patients in Lufkin, TX in group practice. He graduated from University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 2012 and has 14+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 50% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Uses generic medications more than 41% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 216dNPPES updated 2025-10-02 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
305 Shands Dr, Lufkin, TX 75904-2885
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.57%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Texas0.57% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.4%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
296
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
759
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
12,511
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.76M
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 Diabetes.
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.1k received from industry
57 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 Kindrell S Tucker's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2012
Mcgovern Medical School at Uthealth Houston
Board certified · Oct 1, 2025
CMS-verified certification date
14 years in practice
Established
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 Houston (Class of 2012)
Mailing address
Po Box 154137, Lufkin, TX 75915-4137
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Kindrell S Tucker
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kindrell S Tucker for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — 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 Kindrell S Tucker
NPI records show Dr. Tucker as active with telehealth listed in Lufkin, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (936) 225-3657.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
305 Shands Dr, Lufkin, TX 75904-2885
Mailing Address
Po Box 154137, Lufkin, TX 75915-4137
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