Cherian Joseph, M.D.
Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine
Cherian Joseph is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Abingdon, VA with over 35 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Cherian Joseph, M.D. has been part of the Abingdon medical community since 2005 in group practice. He has been in practice for 35+ years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 54% of reporting doctors in Virginia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
16000 Johnston Memorial Dr Fl 4, Abingdon, VA 24211-7664
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better55.66%
Virginia avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+50.6 pts)
55.66% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89%
Virginia avg: 84.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in VirginiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
44
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
77
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,517
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $84k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,357 reporting peers in Virginia.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-20%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
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.
Board certified · Dec 4, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
35 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.
Taxonomy: 207RG0300X
Mailing address
1021 W Oakland Ave Ste 310, Johnson City, TN 37604-2192
Differs from practice location
Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Cherian Joseph
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Cherian Joseph for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Abingdon 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 Cherian Joseph
NPI records show Dr. Joseph as active with telehealth listed in Abingdon, VA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (276) 258-4050.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Cherian Joseph
Practice Location
16000 Johnston Memorial Dr Fl 4, Abingdon, VA 24211-7664
Mailing Address
1021 W Oakland Ave Ste 310, Johnson City, TN 37604-2192
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