Allison Kanakis, MD
Allison Kanakis is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Providence, RI with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across RI can see Allison Kanakis, MD in person in Providence or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at New York Medical College (class of 2014), she has been practicing for over 12 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 91.42/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 24% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
- Uses generic medications more than 65% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
- Federal MIPS score higher than 58% of MIPS-scored doctors in Rhode Island
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Rhode Island, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202391.42/100
Rhode Island avg: 78.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.8 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in Rhode IslandHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.31%
Rhode Island avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.8 pts)
3.31% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91%
Rhode Island avg: 85.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Rhode IslandHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
409
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
874
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,249
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $613k
Percentile rankings compared against 74 reporting peers in Rhode Island.
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 Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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.
Graduated medical school · 2014
New York Medical College
12 years in practice
Established
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
New York Medical College (Class of 2014)
Mailing address
41 Mall Road Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington, MA 01805-0001
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Allison Kanakis
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Allison Kanakis for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Providence 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 Allison Kanakis
NPI records show Dr. Kanakis as active with telehealth listed in Providence, RI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (401) 456-2000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Allison Kanakis
Practice Location
825 Chalkstone Ave, Providence, RI 02908-4728
Mailing Address
41 Mall Road Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington, MA 01805-0001
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