Sheri Wen Hsu, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Sheri Wen Hsu, M.D. has been part of the La Quinta medical community since 2007 in group practice. A Temple University School of Medicine graduate since 2005, she brings 21+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 75.31/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 21% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 36% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 29% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1427dNPPES updated 2022-06-09 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
79215 Corporate Center Dr Ste 120, La Quinta, CA 92253-7232
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
202375.31/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.3 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.94%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.2 pts)
4.94% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.8%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
838
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,273
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
11,245
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $8.23M
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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 (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — 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
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$7.7k received from industry
291 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Sheri Wen Hsu's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
Board certified · Jun 8, 2022
CMS-verified certification date
21 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
Temple University School of Medicine (Class of 2005)
Mailing address
79215 Corporate Center Drive, La Quinta, CA 92253-2186
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 204006
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Sheri Wen Hsu
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sheri Wen Hsu for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to La Quinta 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 Sheri Wen Hsu
NPI records show Dr. Hsu as active with telehealth listed in La Quinta, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (760) 771-1111.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sheri Wen Hsu
Practice Location
79215 Corporate Center Dr Ste 120, La Quinta, CA 92253-7232
Mailing Address
79215 Corporate Center Drive, La Quinta, CA 92253-2186
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