Christopher Robert Palma, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Christopher Robert Palma, M.D. has been part of the Canandaigua medical community since 2011 in group practice. He graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in 2011 and has 15+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 76.85/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 39% of reporting doctors in New York
- Federal MIPS score higher than 13% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
335 Parrish St, Canandaigua, NY 14424-1728
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202376.85/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6.8 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.53%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.6 pts)
0.53% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
123
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
530
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,618
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $4.67M
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$15 received from industry
1 transaction 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 Christopher Robert Palma's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2011
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
Board certified · Dec 26, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
15 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 Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (Class of 2011)
Mailing address
601 Elmwood Ave Box Med, Rochester, NY 14642-0001
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Christopher Robert Palma
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher Robert Palma for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Canandaigua 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 Christopher Robert Palma
NPI records show Dr. Palma as active with telehealth listed in Canandaigua, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (585) 486-0901.
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 Christopher Robert Palma
Practice Location
335 Parrish St, Canandaigua, NY 14424-1728
Mailing Address
601 Elmwood Ave Box Med, Rochester, NY 14642-0001
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