Dean F Mayer, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Dean F Mayer is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in La Mesa, CA with over 28 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Dean F Mayer, M.D. has been part of the La Mesa medical community since 2006 in group practice. Trained at University of California, San Diego School of Medicine (class of 1998), he has been practicing for over 28 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 43% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 45% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4716dNPPES updated 2013-06-25 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
5525 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942-3009
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202373.62/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-10 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.54%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in California1.54% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
137
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
227
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,627
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.34M
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — 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 (-11%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — 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
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Graduated medical school · 1998
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine
28 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine (Class of 1998)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190011
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Dean F Mayer
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Dean F Mayer for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to La Mesa 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 Dean F Mayer
Dr. Mayer is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in La Mesa, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (619) 644-6750.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Dean F Mayer
Practice Location
5525 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942-3009
Mailing Address
5525 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942-3009
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