Galen Holmes, M.D.
Galen Holmes is an Emergency Medicine specialist based in Richmond, VA with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Galen Holmes, M.D. practices as part of a group emergency medicine physician practice in Richmond, VA. She has been practicing since 2008 — over 18 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 22% of reporting doctors in Virginia
- Uses generic medications more than 71% of reporting doctors in Virginia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1483dNPPES updated 2022-05-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Virginia Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
401 N 11th St, Richmond, VA 23219-1901
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 = better3.31%
Virginia avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.8 pts)
3.31% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91%
Virginia avg: 84.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.2 pts)
Better than 71% of reporting doctors in VirginiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
225
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
225
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,358
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $170k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,357 reporting peers in Virginia.
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, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
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
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
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ 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 (-12%) — 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.
Board certified · May 1, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
18 years in practice
Experienced
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Taxonomy: 207P00000X
Mailing address
Po Box 91734, Richmond, VA 23291-1734
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 390328
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Galen Holmes for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Richmond 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 Galen Holmes
NPI records show Dr. Holmes as active with telehealth listed in Richmond, VA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (804) 828-5883.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Galen Holmes
Practice Location
401 N 11th St, Richmond, VA 23219-1901
Mailing Address
Po Box 91734, Richmond, VA 23291-1734
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