Stephen Russell Chen, M.D.
Vascular & Interventional Radiology
Stephen Russell Chen is a Vascular & Interventional Radiology specialist based in Houston, TX with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across TX can see Stephen Russell Chen, M.D. in person in Houston or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School of Med graduate since 2000, he brings 26+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 81.39/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 43% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1821dNPPES updated 2021-05-28 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Texas.
MIPS Score
202381.39/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.2 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
196
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
20
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
55
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2k
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 (+6%) — 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 (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ 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%Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — 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.
$1.8k received from industry
21 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 Stephen Russell Chen's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2000
Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School of Med
Board certified · May 27, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
26 years in practice
Experienced
A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases by various radiologic imaging modalities. These include fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography and magnetic resonance imaging.
Taxonomy: 2085R0204X
Education & Training
Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School of Med (Class of 2000)
Mailing address
Po Box 4439, Houston, TX 77210-4439
Differs from practice location
Virtual Vascular & Interventional Radiology Care With Stephen Russell Chen
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Stephen Russell Chen for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — 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 Stephen Russell Chen
NPI records show Dr. Chen as active with telehealth listed in Houston, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (713) 792-6161.
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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Practice Location
1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4000
Mailing Address
Po Box 4439, Houston, TX 77210-4439
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