Ellen B Hight, MD
Ellen B Hight, MD has practiced family medicine for 34+ years, working in group practice. A Boston University School of Medicine graduate since 1992, she brings 34+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 53% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
- Uses generic medications more than 57% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6877dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1351 S County Trl Suite 301, East Greenwich, RI 02818-5079
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 = better0.92%
Rhode Island avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Rhode Island0.92% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.1%
Rhode Island avg: 85.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Rhode IslandHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
179
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
468
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,163
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $370k
Percentile rankings compared against 74 reporting peers in Rhode Island.
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%Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — 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
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
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
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$894 received from industry
41 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Ellen B Hight's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1992
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
34 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
Boston University School of Medicine (Class of 1992)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Ellen B Hight
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ellen B Hight for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to East Greenwich 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 Ellen B Hight
Dr. Hight is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in East Greenwich, RI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (401) 398-0860.
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 Ellen B Hight
Practice Location
1351 S County Trl Suite 301, East Greenwich, RI 02818-5079
Mailing Address
1351 S County Trl Suite 301, East Greenwich, RI 02818-5079
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