George T Charlton, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine
George T Charlton, M.D. practices as part of a group cardiologist practice in Newport, RI. He graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 2006 and has 20+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
Older · 4330dNPPES updated 2014-06-28 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
19 Friendship St Ste 260 Borden Cary Bldg, Newport, RI 02840-2272
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better77.6%
Rhode Island avg: 85.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-5.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
2,074
Unique beneficiaries
Very high volumePrescription Recipients
294
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,390
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $645k
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%↑ 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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Graduated medical school · 2006
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
20 years in practice
Experienced
Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.
Taxonomy: 207RC0000X
Education & Training
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (Class of 2006)
Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With George T Charlton
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with George T Charlton for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Newport 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 George T Charlton
Dr. Charlton is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Newport, RI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (401) 845-1201.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact George T Charlton
Practice Location
19 Friendship St Ste 260 Borden Cary Bldg, Newport, RI 02840-2272
Mailing Address
19 Friendship St Ste 260 Borden Cary Bldg, Newport, RI 02840-2272
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