Alison L Mcelhone, M.D.

Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Alison L Mcelhone is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Derby, CT with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: HOSPICE/PALLIATIVE CARE

Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Alison L Mcelhone, M.D. practices as part of a group geriatrician practice in Derby, CT. A State University of New York at Stony Brook, School of Medicine graduate since 2000, she brings 26+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and Alzheimer's/dementia. CMS MIPS quality score: 79.08/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 24% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
  • Uses generic medications more than 68% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
  • Federal MIPS score higher than 30% of MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 27 Internal Medicine providers in CTSee all Internal Medicine in Derby26+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 2785dNPPES updated 2018-10-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Connecticut Medical Examining Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

67 Maple Ave Fl 1, Derby, CT 06418

Fax: (203) 732-7561
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

MIPS Score

2023

79.08/100

Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6

Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.5 pts)

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

2.55%

Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.5 pts)

2.55% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

89.8%

Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+7 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Connecticut

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

189

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

219

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

3,137

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $182k

Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.

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 Alzheimer's / Dementia.

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 (+1%)71%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

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

Alzheimer's / Dementia
64%

Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+3%)52%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

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

Mood Disorders
51%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+14%)48%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+11%)43%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+16%)34%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2000

    Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University

  2. 26 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineGeriatric Medicine in DerbyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.

Taxonomy: 207RG0300X

Education & Training

State University of New York at Stony Brook, School of Medicine (Class of 2000)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

1000 Houghton Ave, Saginaw, MI 48602-5303

Differs from practice location

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 450653

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Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Alison L Mcelhone

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Alison L Mcelhone for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, cognitive care — no travel to Derby 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 Alison L Mcelhone

Dr. Mcelhone is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Derby, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (203) 732-7328.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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