Benjamin David Gallagher, MD
Benjamin David Gallagher is an Internal Medicine specialist based in New Haven, CT with over 11 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Benjamin David Gallagher, MD has been part of the New Haven medical community since 2015 in group practice. He graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2015 and has 11+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 22% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1978dNPPES updated 2020-12-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Connecticut Medical Examining Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202373.56/100
Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-10 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.88%
Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.2 pts)
2.88% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better77.5%
Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-5.3 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
32
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
174
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,947
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $490k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.
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, Diabetes, and High Cholesterol.
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-29%) — less common here
A condition causing airway inflammation, wheezing, and difficulty breathing
US avg: 13.3%↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — 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%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — 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 · 2015
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
Board certified · Dec 22, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
11 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
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (Class of 2015)
Mailing address
400 Columbus Ave Credentialing Specialist, New Haven, CT 06519-1233
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 450672
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Benjamin David Gallagher for blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins, cholesterol management — no travel to New Haven 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 Benjamin David Gallagher
Dr. Gallagher is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in New Haven, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (203) 503-3000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Benjamin David Gallagher
Practice Location
150 Sargent Dr, New Haven, CT 06511-6100
Mailing Address
400 Columbus Ave Credentialing Specialist, New Haven, CT 06519-1233
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