David Pillinger, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
David Pillinger is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Rochester, NY with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
David Pillinger, M.D. specializes in internal medicine, serving patients in Rochester, NY in group practice. Trained at University of South Carolina School of Medicine (class of 2007), he has been practicing for over 19 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 85.17/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 37% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 871dNPPES updated 2024-01-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
990 South Ave Ste 207, Rochester, NY 14620
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202385.17/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better42.9%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-39.9 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
112
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
277
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,907
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.24M
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 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%↑ More patients than average (+31%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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 (-1%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$345 received from industry
17 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 Pillinger's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2007
University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 2, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
19 years in practice
Experienced
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Education & Training
University of South Carolina School of Medicine (Class of 2007)
Mailing address
1000 South Ave # 58, Rochester, NY 14620-2733
Differs from practice location
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With David Pillinger
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David Pillinger for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Rochester 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 Pillinger
Dr. Pillinger is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Rochester, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (585) 341-6775.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact David Pillinger
Practice Location
990 South Ave Ste 207, Rochester, NY 14620
Mailing Address
1000 South Ave # 58, Rochester, NY 14620-2733
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