Benjamin R Newton, M.D.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across CT can see Benjamin R Newton, M.D. in person in Waterford or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Tufts University School of Medicine graduate since 2003, he brings 23+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 93.28/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 63% of MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3810dNPPES updated 2015-11-30 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
230 Waterford Parkway South Suite 201, Waterford, CT 06385
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Connecticut.
MIPS Score
202393.28/100
Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.7 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in ConnecticutHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better14.83%
Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+9.7 pts)
14.83% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
397
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
246
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,524
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $4.47M
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, 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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — 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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$138 received from industry
3 transactions 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 Benjamin R Newton's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2003
Tufts University School of Medicine
23 years in practice
Experienced
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
Tufts University School of Medicine (Class of 2003)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 450654
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Benjamin R Newton
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Benjamin R Newton for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Waterford 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 R Newton
Dr. Newton is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Waterford, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (860) 444-3744.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
230 Waterford Parkway South Suite 201, Waterford, CT 06385
Mailing Address
230 Waterford Parkway South Suite 201, Waterford, CT 06385
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