Valerie Jean Cheatham, A/GNP
Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Valerie Jean Cheatham is a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner based in Katy, TX with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across TX can see Valerie Jean Cheatham, A/GNP in person in Katy or via virtual visit — no travel required. She has been practicing since 2006 — over 31 years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, Alzheimer's/dementia, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 33% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Uses generic medications more than 48% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
24275 Katy Fwy Ste 400, Katy, TX 77494-7267
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 = better2.02%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.1 pts)
2.02% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.4%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
81
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
121
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,069
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $183k
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, Alzheimer's / Dementia, 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
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — 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 (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+35%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LG0600X
Virtual Nursing Care With Valerie Jean Cheatham
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Valerie Jean Cheatham for blood pressure monitoring, cognitive care, cholesterol management — no travel to Katy 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 Valerie Jean Cheatham
Dr. Cheatham is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Katy, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (346) 387-7171.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Valerie Jean Cheatham
Practice Location
24275 Katy Fwy Ste 400, Katy, TX 77494-7267
Mailing Address
24275 Katy Fwy Ste 400, Katy, TX 77494-7267
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