Krishna A Patel, MD
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine
Krishna A Patel is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in Round Rock, TX with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Krishna a Patel, MD practices as part of a group medical oncology internal medicine specialist practice in Round Rock, TX. She graduated from Texas a & M University System, Hsc, College of Medicine in 2011 and has 15+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 89.44/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 22% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Federal MIPS score higher than 71% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
301 Seton Pkwy Ste 104, Round Rock, TX 78665-8003
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 71% of doctors in Texas on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202389.44/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.8 pts)
Better than 71% of MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.71%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.4 pts)
3.71% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
371
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
174
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
971
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.73M
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 Cancer.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — 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
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$878 received from industry
33 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 Krishna a Patel's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2011
Texas a & M University System, Hsc, College of Medicine
15 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
Texas a & M University System, Hsc, College of Medicine (Class of 2011)
Mailing address
Po Box 911230, Dallas, TX 75391-1230
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Oncology Care With Krishna a Patel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Krishna a Patel for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Round Rock 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 Krishna a Patel
Dr. Patel is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Round Rock, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (512) 687-2300.
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
301 Seton Pkwy Ste 104, Round Rock, TX 78665-8003
Mailing Address
Po Box 911230, Dallas, TX 75391-1230
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