Clifton Frederick Lord, MD

Addiction Medicine Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Clifton Frederick Lord is an Addiction Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in White River Junction, VT with over 48 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: PAIN MANAGEMENT

(802) 674-9400White River Junction, VT
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

With over 48 years in internal medicine, Clifton Frederick Lord, MD is a long-established addiction medicine internal medicine specialist in White River Junction. A University of Vermont College of Medicine graduate since 1978, he brings 48+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have substance use, anxiety, and tobacco.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 31% of reporting doctors in Vermont
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 2 Internal Medicine providers in VTSee all Internal Medicine in White River Junction48+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 207dNPPES updated 2025-10-28 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Vermont Board of Medical Practice

Contact & Location

Practice Location

220 Holiday Dr, White River Junction, VT 05001-2011

Fax: (802) 674-9410
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

22.07%

Vermont avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+17 pts)

22.07% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

82.1%

Vermont avg: 81.4 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.7 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

39

Unique beneficiaries

Boutique practice

Prescription Recipients

49

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

861

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $95k

Percentile rankings compared against 34 reporting peers in Vermont.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Substance Use Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Tobacco Use Disorder.

Substance Use Disorders
75%

Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+25%)59%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor

Tobacco Use Disorder
59%

Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-21%)49%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-21%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
46%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-5%)44%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-34%)36%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-34%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-1%)31%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1978

    University of Vermont College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Oct 27, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 48 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of addiction disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine can obtain a Certificate of Added Qualifications in the field of Addiction Medicine.

Taxonomy: 207RA0401X

Education & Training

University of Vermont College of Medicine (Class of 1978)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

220 Holiday Dr Ste a, White River Junction, VT 05001-2015

Differs from practice location

Virtual Addiction Medicine Care With Clifton Frederick Lord

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Clifton Frederick Lord for substance use counseling, anxiety counseling, follow-up consultations — no travel to White River Junction 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 Clifton Frederick Lord

Dr. Lord is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in White River Junction, VT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (802) 674-9400.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA. See Data Methodology.

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