Stephen Ken-Wei Chao, M.D.
Stephen Ken-Wei Chao is a Family Medicine specialist based in Humble, TX with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Stephen Ken-Wei Chao, M.D. has been part of the Humble medical community since 2008 in group practice. Trained at University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio (class of 2008), he has been practicing for over 18 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 27% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Uses generic medications more than 24% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 862dNPPES updated 2024-01-12 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1712 1st St E # M20, Humble, TX 77338-5238
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.75%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)
2.75% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better82%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
48
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
107
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,164
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $195k
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 Diabetes.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-22%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-20%) — less common here
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
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 · 2008
Ut Health San Antonio Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 11, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
18 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio (Class of 2008)
Mailing address
1712 E 1st St Ste M20, Humble, TX 77338-5238
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Stephen Ken-Wei Chao
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Stephen Ken-Wei Chao for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Humble 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 Stephen Ken-Wei Chao
Dr. Chao is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Humble, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (281) 446-4139.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Stephen Ken-Wei Chao
Practice Location
1712 1st St E # M20, Humble, TX 77338-5238
Mailing Address
1712 E 1st St Ste M20, Humble, TX 77338-5238
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