Sara Goel, D.O.
Pain Medicine Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Sara Goel is a Pain Medicine Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation specialist based in Houston, TX with over 17 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
Sara Goel, D.O. practices as part of a group pain medicine physical medicine & rehabilitation specialist practice in Houston, TX. She graduated from College of Osteo Med of the Pacific at Pomona in 2009 and has 17+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 82% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1199dNPPES updated 2023-02-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
7700 Main St Ste 400, Houston, TX 77030-4456
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better42.57%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+37.5 pts)
42.57% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.8%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10 pts)
Better than 82% of reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
77
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
160
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,964
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $167k
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, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — 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 (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.6k received from industry
32 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 2024, attributed to Sara Goel's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2009
College of Osteo Med of the Pacific at Pomona
Board certified · Feb 8, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
17 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs may also be coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 2081P2900X
Education & Training
College of Osteo Med of the Pacific at Pomona (Class of 2009)
Mailing address
Po Box 980872, Houston, TX 77098-0872
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With Sara Goel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sara Goel for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Houston 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 Sara Goel
Dr. Goel is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Houston, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (346) 230-4070.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sara Goel
Practice Location
7700 Main St Ste 400, Houston, TX 77030-4456
Mailing Address
Po Box 980872, Houston, TX 77098-0872
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