Carol E. Ritter, M.D.

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Carol E. Ritter is an Obstetrics & Gynecology specialist based in Towson, MD with over 43 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(410) 296-2557Towson, MD
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Carol E. Ritter, M.D. has been part of the Towson medical community since 2005 in independent practice. A Medical College of Wisconsin graduate since 1983, she brings 43+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.

1 of 58 Obstetrics & Gynecology providers in MDSee all Obstetrics & Gynecology in Towson43+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 4475dNPPES updated 2014-02-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Maryland Board of Physicians

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1122 Kenilworth Drive Suite 401, Towson, MD 21204

Fax: (410) 296-3105
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

MIPS Score

2023

23.1/100

Maryland avg: 77.8 · US avg: 83.6

Lower than most doctors nationally(-60.5 pts)

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Medicare Patients

377

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

276

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

846

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $166k

Percentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+3%)73%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-8%)62%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-1%)48%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+6%)24%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-11%)23%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$467 received from industry

15 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Carol E. Ritter's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1983

    Medical College of Wisconsin

  2. 43 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Obstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.

Taxonomy: 207V00000X

Education & Training

Medical College of Wisconsin (Class of 1983)

Virtual Obstetrics & Gynecology Care With Carol E. Ritter

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Carol E. Ritter for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Towson 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 Carol E. Ritter

NPI records show Dr. Ritter as active with telehealth listed in Towson, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (410) 296-2557.

Verified across 6 federal data sources

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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