Clara Markovits, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Clara Markovits is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Patchogue, NY with over 42 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Clara Markovits, M.D. runs an independent rheumatologist practice in Patchogue, NY. With 42+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Patchogue area. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 97.68/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 71% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
250 Yaphank Rd Suite 5a, Patchogue, NY 11772
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 71% of doctors in New York on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202397.68/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.1 pts)
Better than 71% of MIPS-scored doctors in New YorkHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
199
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
157
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,008
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $522k
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, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ 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 (-8%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$836 received from industry
39 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Clara Markovits's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
42 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Mailing address
250 Yaphank Rd Ste 5a, East Patchogue, NY 11772-4862
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Clara Markovits
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Clara Markovits for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Patchogue 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 Clara Markovits
Dr. Markovits is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Patchogue, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (631) 475-5108.
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 Clara Markovits
Practice Location
250 Yaphank Rd Suite 5a, Patchogue, NY 11772
Mailing Address
250 Yaphank Rd Ste 5a, East Patchogue, NY 11772-4862
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