Erik Beger, M.D
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Erik Beger is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Norwalk, CT with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across CT can see Erik Beger, M.D in person in Norwalk or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 34 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension. CMS MIPS quality score: 79.08/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 40% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Federal MIPS score higher than 30% of MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1388dNPPES updated 2022-08-04 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Connecticut Medical Examining Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
637 West Ave, Norwalk, CT 06850-4004
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202379.08/100
Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.5 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better7.29%
Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+2.2 pts)
7.29% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.1%
Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in ConnecticutHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
218
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
277
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,990
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.75M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.
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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$132 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Erik Beger's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Aug 3, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
34 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
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 070006
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Erik Beger
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Erik Beger for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Norwalk 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 Erik Beger
Dr. Beger is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Norwalk, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (203) 276-7844.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Erik Beger
Practice Location
637 West Ave, Norwalk, CT 06850-4004
Mailing Address
637 West Ave, Norwalk, CT 06850-4004
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