Rickey Dale Kinzey, D.O.
Addiction Medicine Family Medicine
Also practices: ADDICTION MEDICINE
Patients across TX can see Rickey Dale Kinzey, D.O. in person in Corpus Christi or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine graduate since 1981, he brings 45+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 93.86/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 30% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Uses generic medications more than 87% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Federal MIPS score higher than 91% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 407dNPPES updated 2025-03-25 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 91% of doctors in Texas on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202393.86/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.3 pts)
Top 9% of MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.36%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.7 pts)
2.36% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.6%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.8 pts)
Better than 87% of reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
182
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
40
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,144
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $86k
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 (+4%) — 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 (+5%) — 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 (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$92 received from industry
5 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low 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 2018, attributed to Rickey Dale Kinzey's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1981
Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Mar 24, 2025
CMS-verified certification date
45 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A family medicine physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of addictions.
Taxonomy: 207QA0401X
Education & Training
Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 1981)
Mailing address
2100 Market St Ste 101, Charlestown, IN 47111-9535
Differs from practice location
Virtual Addiction Medicine Care With Rickey Dale Kinzey
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Rickey Dale Kinzey for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Corpus Christi 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 Rickey Dale Kinzey
NPI records show Dr. Kinzey as active with telehealth listed in Corpus Christi, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (361) 533-9911.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Rickey Dale Kinzey
Practice Location
400 Mann St Ste 107, Corpus Christi, TX 78401-2046
Mailing Address
2100 Market St Ste 101, Charlestown, IN 47111-9535
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