Tamar F Brionez, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Tamar F Brionez, MD has practiced internal medicine for 22+ years, working in independent practice. A Baylor College of Medicine graduate since 2004, she brings 22+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 97.45/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 94% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 838dNPPES updated 2024-01-18 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
10857 Kuykendahl Rd Ste 160, The Woodlands, TX 77382-2937
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 94% of doctors in Texas on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202397.45/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.9 pts)
Top 6% of MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.03%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.1 pts)
5.03% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
222
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
321
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,465
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.09M
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 (+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 (+21%) — 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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$11.7k received from industry
91 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 Tamar F Brionez's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2004
Baylor College of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 17, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
22 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
Baylor College of Medicine (Class of 2004)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Tamar F Brionez
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Tamar F Brionez for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to The Woodlands 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 Tamar F Brionez
Dr. Brionez is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in The Woodlands, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (281) 766-7886.
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 Tamar F Brionez
Practice Location
10857 Kuykendahl Rd Ste 160, The Woodlands, TX 77382-2937
Mailing Address
10857 Kuykendahl Rd Ste 160, The Woodlands, TX 77382-2937
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