Christina Lynn Vaughan, M.D., M.H.S.
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Christina Lynn Vaughan is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine specialist based in Aurora, CO with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: NEUROLOGY
Christina Lynn Vaughan, M.D., M.H.S. practices as part of a group hospice and palliative medicine specialist practice in Aurora, CO. Trained at State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine (class of 2006), she has been practicing for over 20 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, mood disorders, and depression (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 97.58/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 65% of reporting doctors in Colorado
- Federal MIPS score higher than 50% of MIPS-scored doctors in Colorado
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Colorado, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202397.58/100
Colorado avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in ColoradoHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better16.24%
Colorado avg: 6.1 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+11.1 pts)
16.24% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.7%
Colorado avg: 81.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in ColoradoHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
179
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
124
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
585
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $139k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,617 reporting peers in Colorado.
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, Mood Disorders, and Depression.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
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 (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
A progressive nervous system disorder affecting movement and coordination
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-22%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
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.
Graduated medical school · 2006
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at Suny Buffalo
20 years in practice
Experienced
A psychiatrist or neurologist with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Taxonomy: 2084H0002X
Education & Training
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine (Class of 2006)
Mailing address
Po Box 110429, Aurora, CO 80042-0429
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 390334
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Hospice and Palliative Medicine Care With Christina Lynn Vaughan
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christina Lynn Vaughan for blood pressure monitoring, mood disorder follow-ups, depression management — no travel to Aurora 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 Lynn Vaughan
Dr. Vaughan is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Aurora, CO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (720) 848-0000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
12605 E 16th Ave, Aurora, CO 80045-2545
Mailing Address
Po Box 110429, Aurora, CO 80042-0429
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