Arul M Thomas, MD
Arul M Thomas is a Hepatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Washington, DC with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GASTROENTEROLOGY, HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY, INTERNAL MEDICINE
Arul M Thomas, MD has been part of the Washington medical community since 2008 in independent practice. Trained at Virginia Commonwealth Univ School of Dentistry (class of 2008), he has been practicing for over 18 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes. CMS MIPS quality score: 76.56/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 14% of MIPS-scored doctors in District of Columbia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3587dNPPES updated 2016-07-28 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at DC Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3800 Reservoir Rd Nw Phc-2, Washington, DC 20007-2113
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202376.56/100
District of Columbia avg: 80.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-7 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.05%
District of Columbia avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
≈ Same as national average
5.05% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better76.8%
District of Columbia avg: 80.4 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
218
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
60
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
475
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $682k
Percentile rankings compared against 449 reporting peers in District of Columbia.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — 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 (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — 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 (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.61 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2008
Virginia Commonwealth Univ School of Dentistry
18 years in practice
Experienced
The discipline of Hepatology encompasses the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine considers Hepatology part of the subspecialty of gastroenterology. Physicians who identify themselves as Hepatologists usually, but not always, have been trained in gastrointestinal programs.
Taxonomy: 207RI0008X
Education & Training
Virginia Commonwealth Univ School of Dentistry (Class of 2008)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 500025
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Arul M Thomas
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Arul M Thomas for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Washington 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 Arul M Thomas
NPI records show Dr. Thomas as active with telehealth listed in Washington, DC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (202) 444-7254.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
3800 Reservoir Rd Nw Phc-2, Washington, DC 20007-2113
Mailing Address
3800 Reservoir Rd Nw Phc-2, Washington, DC 20007-2113
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