Monte Edward Orahood, M.D,

Internal Medicine

Monte Edward Orahood is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Pasadena, TX with over 29 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(281) 487-1500Pasadena, TX
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Monte Edward Orahood, M.D, practices as part of a group internist practice in Pasadena, TX. Trained at University of Texas Medical School at Houston (class of 1997), he has been practicing for over 29 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 33% of reporting doctors in Texas
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 1,507 Internal Medicine providers in TXSee all Internal Medicine in Pasadena29+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 1881dNPPES updated 2021-03-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

5050 Crenshaw Road Suite 100, Pasadena, TX 77505-3139

Fax: (281) 487-9934
Patient Condition Panel

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 Chronic Kidney Disease.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+39%)69%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+39%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-5%)44%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+9%)41%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+4%)38%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+15%)37%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-5%)29%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1997

    University of Texas Medical School at Houston

  2. Board certified · Mar 28, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 29 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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 School at Houston (Class of 1997)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

5050 Crenshaw Rd Ste 100, Pasadena, TX 77505-3139

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Monte Edward Orahood

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Monte Edward Orahood for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Pasadena required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Monte Edward Orahood

NPI records show Dr. Orahood as active with telehealth listed in Pasadena, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (281) 487-1500.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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