Philip Allen Head, M.D.
Occupational Medicine Preventive Medicine
Also practices: PREVENTIVE MEDICINE
Philip Allen Head, M.D. practices as part of a group occupational medicine preventive medicine specialist practice in Clear Lake Shores, TX. Trained at University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (class of 1991), he has been practicing for over 35 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 75/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 20% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Uses generic medications more than 35% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Federal MIPS score higher than 26% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2092dNPPES updated 2020-08-13 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
507 Narcissus Rd, Clear Lake Shores, TX 77565-2438
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202375/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.34%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.8 pts)
4.34% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.3%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,195
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
871
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,703
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $764k
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 Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — 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 (+23%) — 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 (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 · 1991
University of Texas Medical Branch
Board certified · Aug 12, 2020
CMS-verified certification date
35 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Occupational medicine focuses on the health of workers, including the ability to perform work; the physical, chemical, biological, and social environments of the workplace; and the health outcomes of environmental exposures. Practitioners in this field address the promotion of health in the work place, and the prevention and management of occupational and environmental injury, illness, and disability.
Taxonomy: 2083X0100X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (Class of 1991)
Mailing address
4804 N Navarro St, Victoria, TX 77904-2079
Differs from practice location
Virtual Occupational Medicine Care With Philip Allen Head
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Philip Allen Head for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Clear Lake Shores 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 Philip Allen Head
NPI records show Dr. Head as active with telehealth listed in Clear Lake Shores, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (713) 715-8162.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Philip Allen Head
Practice Location
507 Narcissus Rd, Clear Lake Shores, TX 77565-2438
Mailing Address
4804 N Navarro St, Victoria, TX 77904-2079
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