Francis X Walsh, M.D.
Francis X Walsh is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Cos Cob, CT with over 59 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across CT can see Francis X Walsh, M.D. in person in Cos Cob or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at New York Medical College (class of 1967), he has been practicing for over 59 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 94.18/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 41% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Uses generic medications more than 78% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Federal MIPS score higher than 81% of MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
35 River Rd Suite 200, Cos Cob, CT 06807-2717
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 81% of doctors in Connecticut on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202394.18/100
Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.6 pts)
Better than 81% of MIPS-scored doctors in ConnecticutHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.87%
Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Connecticut0.87% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.4%
Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.6 pts)
Better than 78% of reporting doctors in ConnecticutHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
924
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
879
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
39,706
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.17M
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.1k received from industry
102 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 Francis X Walsh's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1967
New York Medical College
59 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
New York Medical College (Class of 1967)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 450669
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Francis X Walsh
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Francis X Walsh for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Cos Cob 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 Francis X Walsh
Dr. Walsh is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Cos Cob, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (203) 661-9433.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
35 River Rd Suite 200, Cos Cob, CT 06807-2717
Mailing Address
35 River Rd Suite 200, Cos Cob, CT 06807-2717
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