Thomas K. Hei, MD
Thomas K. Hei is a Family Medicine specialist based in Bellevue, WA with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Thomas K. Hei, MD practices as part of a group family medicine physician practice in Bellevue, WA. A University of California, Geffen School of Medicine graduate since 1995, he brings 31+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol and hypertension (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 93.09/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 43% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Uses generic medications more than 76% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Federal MIPS score higher than 46% of MIPS-scored doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Washington, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202393.09/100
Washington avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in WashingtonHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.61%
Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Washington2.61% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.2%
Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.4 pts)
Better than 76% of reporting doctors in WashingtonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
128
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
178
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,111
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $164k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-22%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
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 · 1995
David Geffen School of Medicine at Ucla
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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 California, Geffen School of Medicine (Class of 1995)
Mailing address
Po Box 50095, Seattle, WA 98145-5095
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Thomas K. Hei
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Thomas K. Hei for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Bellevue 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 Thomas K. Hei
Dr. Hei is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Bellevue, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (425) 957-9000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Thomas K. Hei
Practice Location
13231 Se 36th St Suite110, Bellevue, WA 98006-7321
Mailing Address
Po Box 50095, Seattle, WA 98145-5095
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