Deborah J Murphy, M.D.
Deborah J Murphy is a Family Medicine specialist based in Portland, OR with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Deborah J Murphy, M.D. practices as part of a group family medicine physician practice in Portland, OR. A University of Washington School of Medicine graduate since 1996, she brings 30+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 33% of reporting doctors in Oregon
- Uses generic medications more than 47% of reporting doctors in Oregon
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2057dNPPES updated 2020-10-05 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Oregon Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
541 Ne 20th Ave Suite 210, Portland, OR 97232-2862
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 = better4.9%
Oregon avg: 7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.2 pts)
4.9% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88%
Oregon avg: 83.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in OregonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
78
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
201
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,839
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $251k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,341 reporting peers in Oregon.
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, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-37%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — 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
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 · 1996
University of Washington School of Medicine
Board certified · Oct 4, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Washington School of Medicine (Class of 1996)
Mailing address
3718 Ne 64th Ave, Portland, OR 97213-4414
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Deborah J Murphy
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Deborah J Murphy for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Portland 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 Deborah J Murphy
Dr. Murphy is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Portland, OR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (503) 233-6940.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Deborah J Murphy
Practice Location
541 Ne 20th Ave Suite 210, Portland, OR 97232-2862
Mailing Address
3718 Ne 64th Ave, Portland, OR 97213-4414
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