Alex Ryzhikov, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine
Alex Ryzhikov is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Waldorf, MD with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across MD can see Alex Ryzhikov, MD in person in Waldorf or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been practicing since 2008 — over 22 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes. CMS MIPS quality score: 80.18/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 29% of reporting doctors in Maryland
- Federal MIPS score higher than 51% of MIPS-scored doctors in Maryland
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1446dNPPES updated 2022-06-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Maryland Board of Physicians
Contact & Location
Practice Location
10 Saint Patricks Dr, Waldorf, MD 20603-4527
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Maryland, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202380.18/100
Maryland avg: 77.8 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in MarylandHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better83.8%
Maryland avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
2,788
Unique beneficiaries
Very high volumePrescription Recipients
684
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,772
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $892k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.
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 Diabetes.
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — 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 (+7%) — 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 (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$427 received from industry
5 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Alex Ryzhikov's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jun 6, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
22 years in practice
Experienced
Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.
Taxonomy: 207RC0000X
Mailing address
24035 Three Notch Road, Hollywood, MD 20636-7871
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 500027
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Alex Ryzhikov
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Alex Ryzhikov for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Waldorf 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 Alex Ryzhikov
Dr. Ryzhikov is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Waldorf, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (301) 705-7870.
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 Alex Ryzhikov
Practice Location
10 Saint Patricks Dr, Waldorf, MD 20603-4527
Mailing Address
24035 Three Notch Road, Hollywood, MD 20636-7871
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