Ann R Costello, MD
Ann R Costello, MD has practiced internal medicine for 49+ years, working in independent practice. She graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 1977 and has 49+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 95.22/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 50% of reporting doctors in New York
- Federal MIPS score higher than 69% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 833dNPPES updated 2024-01-24 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
217 N Aurora St, Ithaca, NY 14850-4345
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in New York, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202395.22/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.6 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in New YorkHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better9.73%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+4.6 pts)
9.73% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.6%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
525
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
478
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,627
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $377k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-22%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ 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 (-9%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 · 1977
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 23, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
49 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
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (Class of 1977)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Ann R Costello
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ann R Costello for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Ithaca 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 Ann R Costello
NPI records show Dr. Costello as active with telehealth listed in Ithaca, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (607) 273-2811.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ann R Costello
Practice Location
217 N Aurora St, Ithaca, NY 14850-4345
Mailing Address
217 N Aurora St, Ithaca, NY 14850-4345
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