Connie Teng, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Connie Teng, MD has practiced internal medicine for 21+ years, working in independent practice. A University of Maryland School of Medicine graduate since 2005, she brings 21+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 27% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1630dNPPES updated 2021-11-18 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.64%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.5 pts)
3.64% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
232
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
406
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,859
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.10M
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$753 received from industry
10 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 Connie Teng'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 Maryland School of Medicine
Board certified · Nov 17, 2021
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 Maryland School of Medicine (Class of 2005)
Mailing address
24205 Ward St, Torrance, CA 90505-6514
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 194102
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Connie Teng
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Connie Teng for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Redondo Beach 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 Connie Teng
Dr. Teng is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Redondo Beach, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (310) 318-9992.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Connie Teng
Practice Location
520 N Prospect Ave, Redondo Beach, CA 90277-3041
Mailing Address
24205 Ward St, Torrance, CA 90505-6514
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