Christopher Passero
Christopher Passero is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in Pittsburgh, PA with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across PA can see Christopher Passero in person in Pittsburgh or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University (class of 2002), he has been practicing for over 24 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 77.51/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 14% of MIPS-scored doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
120 Lytton Ave Ste 300 Suite 501, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-1481
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202377.51/100
Pennsylvania avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6.1 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
243
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
138
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
845
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $98k
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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 Chronic Kidney Disease.
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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 · 2002
Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
24 years in practice
Experienced
Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.
Taxonomy: 207RN0300X
Education & Training
Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University (Class of 2002)
Mailing address
200 Lothrop St Suite 501, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2536
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Christopher Passero
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher Passero for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Pittsburgh 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 Passero
NPI records show Dr. Passero as active with telehealth listed in Pittsburgh, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (412) 802-3043.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Christopher Passero
Practice Location
120 Lytton Ave Ste 300 Suite 501, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-1481
Mailing Address
200 Lothrop St Suite 501, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2536
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