Cara L Chevalier, MD
Cara L Chevalier is a Family Medicine specialist based in Duxbury, MA with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 24 years in family medicine, Cara L Chevalier, MD is a long-established family medicine physician in Duxbury. A University of Minnesota Medical School graduate since 2002, she brings 24+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 25% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Uses generic medications more than 66% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 570dNPPES updated 2024-10-30 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
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 = better3.09%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2 pts)
3.09% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.2%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
160
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
319
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,051
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $362k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,606 reporting peers in Massachusetts.
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, Arthritis, 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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — 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%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — 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 · 2002
University of Minnesota Medical School
Board certified · Oct 29, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
24 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Minnesota Medical School (Class of 2002)
Mailing address
169 Madison Ave Ste 2829, New York, NY 10016-5101
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Cara L Chevalier
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Cara L Chevalier for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Duxbury 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 Cara L Chevalier
NPI records show Dr. Chevalier as active with telehealth listed in Duxbury, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (888) 553-2823.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Cara L Chevalier
Practice Location
286 Kingstown Way, Duxbury, MA 02332-4605
Mailing Address
169 Madison Ave Ste 2829, New York, NY 10016-5101
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