Andrew Lazris, MD
Andrew Lazris is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Columbia, MD with over 36 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Andrew Lazris, MD has practiced internal medicine for 36+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University in 1990 and has 36+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 91.96/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 50% of reporting doctors in Maryland
- Uses generic medications more than 47% of reporting doctors in Maryland
- Federal MIPS score higher than 89% of MIPS-scored doctors in Maryland
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
6334 Cedar Ln Ste 103, Columbia, MD 21044-3898
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 89% of doctors in Maryland on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202391.96/100
Maryland avg: 77.8 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.4 pts)
Better than 89% of MIPS-scored doctors in MarylandHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.23%
Maryland avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Maryland0.23% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.8%
Maryland avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MarylandHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,162
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,146
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
31,704
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.95M
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 Arthritis.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — 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 (+33%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — 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.
Graduated medical school · 1990
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
36 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University (Class of 1990)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Andrew Lazris
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Andrew Lazris for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Columbia 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 Andrew Lazris
NPI records show Dr. Lazris as active with telehealth listed in Columbia, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (410) 531-2355.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Andrew Lazris
Practice Location
6334 Cedar Ln Ste 103, Columbia, MD 21044-3898
Mailing Address
6334 Cedar Ln Ste 103, Columbia, MD 21044-3898
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