Douglas Lienesch, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Douglas Lienesch is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Newark, DE with over 37 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Douglas Lienesch, MD has practiced internal medicine for 37+ years, working in group practice. He has been in practice for 37+ years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 20% of reporting doctors in Delaware
- Uses generic medications more than 39% of reporting doctors in Delaware
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2453dNPPES updated 2019-09-05 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Delaware Board of Medical Licensure & Discipline
Contact & Location
Practice Location
4735 Ogletown Stanton Rd Ste 2201, Newark, DE 19713-8000
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 = better2.37%
Delaware avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.7 pts)
2.37% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.2%
Delaware avg: 84.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
465
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
459
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,402
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.61M
Percentile rankings compared against 134 reporting peers in Delaware.
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 High Cholesterol, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
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%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$248 received from industry
10 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to Douglas Lienesch's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Mailing address
200 Hygeia Dr Ste 2300, Newark, DE 19713-2049
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 490007
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Douglas Lienesch
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Douglas Lienesch for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Newark 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 Douglas Lienesch
Dr. Lienesch is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Newark, DE. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (302) 623-4390.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Douglas Lienesch
Practice Location
4735 Ogletown Stanton Rd Ste 2201, Newark, DE 19713-8000
Mailing Address
200 Hygeia Dr Ste 2300, Newark, DE 19713-2049
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