Chaminda Fernando, D.O.
Chaminda Fernando is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Amarillo, TX with over 16 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Chaminda Fernando, D.O. runs an independent internist practice in Amarillo, TX. A At Still Un of Hlth Sciences, Col of Osteo Med, Mesa graduate since 2010, he brings 16+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 27% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1301 S Coulter St Suite 405, Amarillo, TX 79106-1763
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.08%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
≈ Same as national average
5.08% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better83.2%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
381
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
878
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
9,896
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $691k
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
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 (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$137 received from industry
8 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 Chaminda Fernando's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2010
At Still Un of Hlth Sciences, Col of Osteo Med, Mesa
Board certified · Nov 29, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
16 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
At Still Un of Hlth Sciences, Col of Osteo Med, Mesa (Class of 2010)
Mailing address
20 Galleria Dr, San Antonio, TX 78257-1217
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Chaminda Fernando
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Chaminda Fernando for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Amarillo 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 Chaminda Fernando
Dr. Fernando is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Amarillo, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (806) 358-9111.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1301 S Coulter St Suite 405, Amarillo, TX 79106-1763
Mailing Address
20 Galleria Dr, San Antonio, TX 78257-1217
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