Carlos S Almeida, MD
Carlos S Almeida is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Prospect, CT with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Carlos S Almeida, MD practices as part of a group internist practice in Prospect, CT. Trained at University of Connecticut School of Medicine (class of 2002), he has been practicing for over 24 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 37% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Uses generic medications more than 71% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
166 Waterbury Rd Ste 300, Prospect, CT 06712
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 = better1.18%
Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.9 pts)
1.18% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.3%
Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.5 pts)
Better than 71% of reporting doctors in ConnecticutHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
246
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
598
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,890
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $851k
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 (-5%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$468 received from industry
9 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to Carlos S Almeida's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
University of Connecticut School of Medicine
Board certified · Oct 11, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
24 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
University of Connecticut School of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 450662
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Carlos S Almeida
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Carlos S Almeida for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Prospect 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 Carlos S Almeida
NPI records show Dr. Almeida as active with telehealth listed in Prospect, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (203) 758-0878.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
166 Waterbury Rd Ste 300, Prospect, CT 06712
Mailing Address
166 Waterbury Rd Ste 300, Prospect, CT 06712
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