David B Chernoff, MD
David B Chernoff, MD has practiced family medicine for 41+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University in 1985 and has 41+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 22% of reporting doctors in Virginia
- Uses generic medications more than 54% of reporting doctors in Virginia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1724dNPPES updated 2021-08-16 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
40 Lambert St Suite 522, Staunton, VA 24401-2446
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.33%
Virginia avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.8 pts)
3.33% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89%
Virginia avg: 84.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in VirginiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
827
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,103
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
17,425
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.66M
Percentile rankings compared against 2,357 reporting peers in Virginia.
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 Diabetes.
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 (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$21 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to David B Chernoff's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1985
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Board certified · Aug 15, 2021
CMS-verified certification date
41 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University (Class of 1985)
Mailing address
77 Baldwin Ln, Staunton, VA 24401-8949
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With David B Chernoff
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David B Chernoff for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Staunton 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 David B Chernoff
NPI records show Dr. Chernoff as active with telehealth listed in Staunton, VA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (540) 885-3525.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact David B Chernoff
Practice Location
40 Lambert St Suite 522, Staunton, VA 24401-2446
Mailing Address
77 Baldwin Ln, Staunton, VA 24401-8949
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