Bruce T Vest, M.D.
Bruce T Vest, M.D. runs an independent orthopedic surgeon practice in Alton, IL. A Saint Louis University School of Medicine graduate since 1985, he brings 41+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 94% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Federal MIPS score higher than 99% of MIPS-scored doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
4411 Alby St, Alton, IL 62002-5916
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 99% of doctors in Illinois on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
Illinois avg: 88.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Top 1% of MIPS-scored doctors in IllinoisHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better48.04%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+42.9 pts)
48.04% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better99.4%
Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.6 pts)
Top 6% of reporting doctors in IllinoisHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
478
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
395
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,292
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $31k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
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%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$192 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 Bruce T Vest's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1985
Saint Louis University School of Medicine
41 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Taxonomy: 207X00000X
Education & Training
Saint Louis University School of Medicine (Class of 1985)
Virtual Orthopaedic Surgery Care With Bruce T Vest
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Bruce T Vest for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Alton 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 Bruce T Vest
Dr. Vest is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Alton, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (618) 474-8052.
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
4411 Alby St, Alton, IL 62002-5916
Mailing Address
4411 Alby St, Alton, IL 62002-5916
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