Christine Joanne Taliercio, D.O.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Patients across CT can see Christine Joanne Taliercio, D.O. in person in Middletown or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of New England, College of Osteo Medicine (class of 2005), she has been practicing for over 21 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 97.27/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 32% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Federal MIPS score higher than 95% of MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 91dNPPES updated 2026-02-04 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 95% of doctors in Connecticut on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202397.27/100
Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.7 pts)
Top 5% of MIPS-scored doctors in ConnecticutHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.57%
Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.5 pts)
1.57% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
133
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
245
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,912
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.62M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.
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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$436 received from industry
17 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to Christine Joanne Taliercio's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
University of New England, College of Osteo Medicine
Board certified · Feb 3, 2026
CMS-verified certification date
21 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
University of New England, College of Osteo Medicine (Class of 2005)
Mailing address
28 Crescent St, Middletown, CT 06457-3654
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care - Veterans Administration
CMS Certification Number: 45066F
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Christine Joanne Taliercio
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christine Joanne Taliercio for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Middletown 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 Christine Joanne Taliercio
Dr. Taliercio is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Middletown, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (860) 358-8680.
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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Contact Christine Joanne Taliercio
Practice Location
90 S Main St Ste 202, Middletown, CT 06457-3678
Mailing Address
28 Crescent St, Middletown, CT 06457-3654
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