Deborah Richter, MD
Addiction Medicine Internal Medicine
Deborah Richter is an Addiction Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Burlington, VT with over 40 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Deborah Richter, MD has practiced internal medicine for 40+ years, working in group practice. A State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine graduate since 1986, she brings 40+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 29% of reporting doctors in Vermont
- Uses generic medications more than 63% of reporting doctors in Vermont
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3365dNPPES updated 2017-03-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Vermont Board of Medical Practice
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 = better3.74%
Vermont avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.4 pts)
3.74% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.3%
Vermont avg: 81.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in VermontHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
103
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
284
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,431
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $243k
Percentile rankings compared against 34 reporting peers in Vermont.
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 Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-25%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — 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 (-11%) — 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 · 1986
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at Suny Buffalo
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of addiction disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine can obtain a Certificate of Added Qualifications in the field of Addiction Medicine.
Taxonomy: 207RA0401X
Education & Training
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine (Class of 1986)
Mailing address
208 Flynn Ave Suite 3j, Burlington, VT 05401-5429
Differs from practice location
Virtual Addiction Medicine Care With Deborah Richter
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Deborah Richter for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Burlington 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 Richter
Dr. Richter is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Burlington, VT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (802) 488-6300.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Deborah Richter
Practice Location
855 Pine Street, Burlington, VT 05401
Mailing Address
208 Flynn Ave Suite 3j, Burlington, VT 05401-5429
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