James D. Bergin, M.D.
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
Also practices: CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE (CARDIOLOGY), INTERNAL MEDICINE
James D. Bergin, M.D. practices as part of a group advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology specialist practice in Charlottesville, VA. A Tufts University School of Medicine graduate since 1984, he brings 42+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and heart failure. CMS MIPS quality score: 79.39/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 27% of MIPS-scored doctors in Virginia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 97dNPPES updated 2026-01-29 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
500 Ray C Hunt Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22903-2981
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202379.39/100
Virginia avg: 82.9 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better78.1%
Virginia avg: 84.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
883
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
532
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,160
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.15M
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Heart Failure.
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
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+44%) — 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 (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$114 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to James D. Bergin's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1984
Tufts University School of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 28, 2026
CMS-verified certification date
42 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology would participate in the inpatient and outpatient management of patients with advanced heart failure across the spectrum from consideration for high-risk cardiac surgery, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to pre-and post-operative evaluation and management of patients with cardiac transplants and mechanical support devices, and end-of-life care for patients with end-stage heart failure.
Taxonomy: 207RA0001X
Education & Training
Tufts University School of Medicine (Class of 1984)
Mailing address
Po Box 749112, Atlanta, GA 30374-9112
Differs from practice location
Virtual Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Care With James D. Bergin
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James D. Bergin for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, heart failure monitoring — no travel to Charlottesville 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 James D. Bergin
Dr. Bergin is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Charlottesville, VA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (434) 243-1000.
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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Contact James D. Bergin
Practice Location
500 Ray C Hunt Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22903-2981
Mailing Address
Po Box 749112, Atlanta, GA 30374-9112
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