Thuan Duc Dao, MD
Thuan Duc Dao is a Pain Medicine Anesthesiology specialist based in Houston, TX with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Thuan Duc Dao, MD has practiced anesthesiology for 15+ years, working in independent practice. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas in 2011 and has 15+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
6464 Savoy Dr Ste 205, Houston, TX 77036-3395
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better45.95%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+40.9 pts)
45.95% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
133
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
457
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,010
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $366k
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, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — 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%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$3.4k received from industry
61 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 Thuan Duc Dao's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2011
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Board certified · Aug 4, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
15 years in practice
Experienced
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207LP2900X
Education & Training
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas (Class of 2011)
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With Thuan Duc Dao
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Thuan Duc Dao for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — 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 Thuan Duc Dao
NPI records show Dr. Dao as active with telehealth listed in Houston, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (832) 538-0261.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Thuan Duc Dao
Practice Location
6464 Savoy Dr Ste 205, Houston, TX 77036-3395
Mailing Address
6464 Savoy Dr Ste 205, Houston, TX 77036-3395
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