C. Michael Neuwelt, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
C. Michael Neuwelt is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in San Leandro, CA with over 51 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across CA can see C. Michael Neuwelt, M.D. in person in San Leandro or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine in 1975 and has 51+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 93.27/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 38% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 79% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
13851 E 14th St Ste 301, San Leandro, CA 94578-2631
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 79% of doctors in California on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202393.27/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.7 pts)
Better than 79% of MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.07%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3 pts)
2.07% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
315
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
345
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,416
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.53M
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
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 (+3%) — 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
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 (+3%) — 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 (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$26.0k received from industry
66 transactions reported in 2024 ·Very High 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 2024, attributed to C. Michael Neuwelt's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1975
George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
51 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Education & Training
George Washington University School of Medicine (Class of 1975)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190026
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With C. Michael Neuwelt
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with C. Michael Neuwelt for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to San Leandro 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 C. Michael Neuwelt
NPI records show Dr. Neuwelt as active with telehealth listed in San Leandro, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (510) 357-1303.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact C. Michael Neuwelt
Practice Location
13851 E 14th St Ste 301, San Leandro, CA 94578-2631
Mailing Address
13851 E 14th St Ste 301, San Leandro, CA 94578-2631
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