Zachary Robert Mucher, M.D.

Urology

Zachary Robert Mucher is an Urology specialist based in Houston, TX with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: GENERAL SURGERY

(713) 830-9100Houston, TX
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

With over 25 years in urology, Zachary Robert Mucher, M.D. is a long-established urologist in Houston. A University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston graduate since 2001, he brings 25+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 36% of reporting doctors in Texas
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 272 Urology providers in TXSee all Urology in Houston25+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 4377dNPPES updated 2014-05-30 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

915 Gessner Rd Ste 720, Houston, TX 77024-2530

Fax: (713) 830-9180
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

1.74%

Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)

1.74% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

474

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

371

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,152

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $135k

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
49%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%
Diabetes
Higher than avg (+6%)40%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+8%)40%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
30%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%
Cancer
Higher than avg (+3%)24%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+1%)23%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$1.2k received from industry

46 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Zachary Robert Mucher's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2001

    University of Texas Medical Branch

  2. 25 years in practice

    Experienced

UrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.

Taxonomy: 208800000X

Education & Training

University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (Class of 2001)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

909 Frostwood Dr Ste 1.100, Houston, TX 77024-2301

Differs from practice location

Virtual Urology Care With Zachary Robert Mucher

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Zachary Robert Mucher 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 Zachary Robert Mucher

NPI records show Dr. Mucher as active with telehealth listed in Houston, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (713) 830-9100.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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