James Dougherty, M.D.
James Dougherty is a Family Medicine specialist based in Williston, VT with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 31 years in family medicine, James Dougherty, M.D. is a long-established family medicine physician in Williston. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) in 1995 and has 31+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 32% of reporting doctors in Vermont
- Uses generic medications more than 78% of reporting doctors in Vermont
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6894dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Vermont Board of Medical Practice
Contact & Location
Practice Location
28 Park Ave, Williston, VT 05495-9701
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 = better3.33%
Vermont avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.8 pts)
3.33% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.8%
Vermont avg: 81.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9 pts)
Better than 78% of reporting doctors in VermontHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
538
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
371
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,255
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $518k
Percentile rankings compared against 34 reporting peers in Vermont.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — 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.
Graduated medical school · 1995
University of Illinois College of Medicine
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (Class of 1995)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With James Dougherty
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James Dougherty for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Williston 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 Dougherty
NPI records show Dr. Dougherty as active with telehealth listed in Williston, VT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (802) 878-1008.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James Dougherty
Practice Location
28 Park Ave, Williston, VT 05495-9701
Mailing Address
28 Park Ave, Williston, VT 05495-9701
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