Lee H Ridenour, MD
Lee H Ridenour is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Tyler, TX with over 48 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Lee H Ridenour, MD has practiced internal medicine for 48+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in 1978 and has 48+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 23% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Uses generic medications more than 63% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4240dNPPES updated 2014-10-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
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 = better3.59%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.5 pts)
3.59% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.2%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
425
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
672
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
11,929
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.04M
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 (+5%) — 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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — 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 · 1978
University of Texas Medical Branch
48 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (Class of 1978)
Mailing address
Po Box 846098, Dallas, TX 75284-6098
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Lee H Ridenour
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lee H Ridenour for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Tyler 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 Lee H Ridenour
NPI records show Dr. Ridenour as active with telehealth listed in Tyler, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (903) 593-1721.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Lee H Ridenour
Practice Location
520 E Douglas Blvd, Tyler, TX 75702-8307
Mailing Address
Po Box 846098, Dallas, TX 75284-6098
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