Roy Lee Joe Kao, M.D.
Roy Lee Joe Kao is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Minneapolis, MN with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY
Roy Lee Joe Kao, M.D. practices as part of a group hematology & oncology specialist practice in Minneapolis, MN. A Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University graduate since 2007, he brings 19+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and anxiety. CMS MIPS quality score: 81.72/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 22% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Federal MIPS score higher than 6% of MIPS-scored doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 434dNPPES updated 2025-03-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202381.72/100
Minnesota avg: 84.7 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1.9 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better6.15%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+1.1 pts)
6.15% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better81.6%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
103
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
18
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
179
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $485k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,431 reporting peers in Minnesota.
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 Anxiety Disorders.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — 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 (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — 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 · 2007
Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Board certified · Mar 16, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
19 years in practice
Experienced
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Education & Training
Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University (Class of 2007)
Mailing address
500 Harvard St Se, Minneapolis, MN 55455-0363
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Roy Lee Joe Kao
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Roy Lee Joe Kao for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Minneapolis 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 Roy Lee Joe Kao
NPI records show Dr. Kao as active with telehealth listed in Minneapolis, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (612) 273-3000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
500 Harvard St Se, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Mailing Address
500 Harvard St Se, Minneapolis, MN 55455-0363
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