David Fried, MD

Internal Medicine

David Fried is an Internal Medicine specialist based in East Greenwich, RI with over 37 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(401) 884-0333East Greenwich, RI
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

With over 37 years in internal medicine, David Fried, MD is a long-established internist in East Greenwich. A Emory University School of Medicine graduate since 1989, he brings 37+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 48% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
  • Uses generic medications more than 69% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 161 Internal Medicine providers in RISee all Internal Medicine in East Greenwich37+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 774dNPPES updated 2024-04-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Rhode Island Board of Medical Licensure & Discipline

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1598 S County Trl Ste 201, East Greenwich, RI 02818-1762

Fax: (401) 884-0096
CMS Clinical Data

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 = better

1.32%

Rhode Island avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.8 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Rhode Island

1.32% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

91.4%

Rhode Island avg: 85.2 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.6 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Rhode Island

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

Medicare Patients

287

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

550

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

9,285

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $606k

Percentile rankings compared against 74 reporting peers in Rhode Island.

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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+8%)57%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-1%)29%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

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

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-7%)27%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-7%)27%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
27%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Lower than avg (-7%)25%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — 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 · 1989

    Emory University School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Apr 8, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 37 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

Emory University School of Medicine (Class of 1989)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

10 Davol Sq Suite 400, Providence, RI 02903-4754

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With David Fried

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

Schedule a virtual visit with David Fried for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to East Greenwich 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 Fried

NPI records show Dr. Fried as active with telehealth listed in East Greenwich, RI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (401) 884-0333.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

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

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