Christina Pernia Prather, MD

Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Christina Pernia Prather is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Washington, DC with over 16 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(202) 741-2222Washington, DC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Christina Pernia Prather, MD has been part of the Washington medical community since 2010 in group practice. She graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 2010 and has 16+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 20% of reporting doctors in District of Columbia
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 7 Internal Medicine providers in DCSee all Internal Medicine in Washington16+ years experienceNPI since 2010

Older · 2690dNPPES updated 2019-01-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at DC Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Ste 8-416, Washington, DC 20037-3201

Fax: (202) 741-2791
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

4.14%

District of Columbia avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-1 pts)

4.14% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

181

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

57

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

314

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $17k

Percentile rankings compared against 449 reporting peers in District of Columbia.

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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
70%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%
Arthritis
Higher than avg (+16%)65%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor

Alzheimer's / Dementia
49%

Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+10%)42%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
39%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Diabetes
34%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%
Depression
Higher than avg (+2%)34%

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

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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

Community Context

Social Vulnerability Index: 0.57 / 1.00

Moderate vulnerability

She practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.

Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.

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Background & Specialty

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

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2010

    University of Maryland School of Medicine

  2. 16 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineGeriatric Medicine in WashingtonAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

Education & Training

University of Maryland School of Medicine (Class of 2010)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Suite 8-416, Washington, DC 20037-3201

Differs from practice location

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 500021

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Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Christina Pernia Prather

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Christina Pernia Prather for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Washington 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 Christina Pernia Prather

NPI records show Dr. Prather as active with telehealth listed in Washington, DC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (202) 741-2222.

Verified across 6 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.

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