Aruna Tokas, M.D
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Aruna Tokas, M.D has practiced internal medicine for 14+ years, working in group practice. With 14+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Pawtucket area. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 24% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
- Uses generic medications more than 27% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2085dNPPES updated 2020-08-20 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.34%
Rhode Island avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.8 pts)
3.34% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.5%
Rhode Island avg: 85.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
170
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
370
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,498
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.25M
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 High Cholesterol, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 (-4%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$100 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Aruna Tokas's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Aug 19, 2020
CMS-verified certification date
14 years in practice
Established
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Mailing address
117 Ellenfield St Ste 101, Providence, RI 02905-4541
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Aruna Tokas
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Aruna Tokas for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Pawtucket 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 Aruna Tokas
Dr. Tokas is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Pawtucket, RI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (401) 606-1620.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Aruna Tokas
Practice Location
407 East Ave Ste 250, Pawtucket, RI 02860-5299
Mailing Address
117 Ellenfield St Ste 101, Providence, RI 02905-4541
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