David Michael Garrison, M.D.
Also practices: ADDICTION MEDICINE
With over 37 years in specialist, David Michael Garrison, M.D. is a long-established specialist in Lake Placid. Trained at Boston University School of Medicine (class of 1989), he has been practicing for over 37 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 93.92/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 17% of reporting doctors in New York
- Uses generic medications more than 49% of reporting doctors in New York
- Federal MIPS score higher than 63% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1884dNPPES updated 2021-03-09 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in New York, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202393.92/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.3 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in New YorkHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.58%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.5 pts)
3.58% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.6%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
437
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
748
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
10,933
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.59M
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$475 received from industry
22 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to David Michael Garrison's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1989
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
Board certified · Mar 8, 2021
CMS-verified certification date
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
Taxonomy: 174400000X
Education & Training
Boston University School of Medicine (Class of 1989)
Mailing address
111 E Catherine St, Milford, PA 18337-1347
Differs from practice location
Virtual Specialist Care With David Michael Garrison
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David Michael Garrison for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Lake Placid 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 Michael Garrison
Dr. Garrison is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Lake Placid, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (518) 523-1717.
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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Practice Location
203 Old Military Rd, Lake Placid, NY 12946-1738
Mailing Address
111 E Catherine St, Milford, PA 18337-1347
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