David Riccio, MD

Internal Medicine

David Riccio is an Internal Medicine specialist based in East Haven, CT with over 48 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(203) 467-1800East Haven, CT
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

David Riccio, MD has practiced internal medicine for 48+ years, working in independent practice. He graduated from North Carolina Medical School in 1978 and has 48+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 93.28/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 66% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
  • Federal MIPS score higher than 63% of MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 465 Internal Medicine providers in CTSee all Internal Medicine in East Haven48+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 5332dNPPES updated 2011-10-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Connecticut Medical Examining Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

310 Main St, East Haven, CT 06512-2919

Fax: (203) 468-8343
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Connecticut, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

MIPS Score

2023

93.28/100

Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.7 pts)

Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

89.5%

Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.7 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Connecticut

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

Medicare Patients

205

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

586

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

8,193

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $814k

Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.

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
Lower than avg (-9%)40%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

Diabetes
34%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%
Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-2%)32%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-8%)22%

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

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-10%)22%

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

Mood Disorders
22%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

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 · 1978

    North Carolina Medical School

  2. 48 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

North Carolina Medical School (Class of 1978)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

9 Washington Ave 2nd Floor, Hamden, CT 06518-3267

Differs from practice location

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 450672

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Virtual Internal Medicine Care With David Riccio

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

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

Dr. Riccio is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in East Haven, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (203) 467-1800.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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