John Rubino, MD

Internal Medicine

John Rubino is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Raleigh, NC with over 43 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(919) 782-1806Raleigh, NC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

John Rubino, MD has practiced internal medicine for 43+ years, working in group practice. A University of Connecticut School of Medicine graduate since 1983, he brings 43+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol.

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 29% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 688 Internal Medicine providers in NCSee all Internal Medicine in Raleigh43+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 6323dNPPES updated 2009-01-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

3521 Haworth Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609-7216

Fax: (919) 782-4756
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

2.7%

North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.4 pts)

2.7% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

78.9%

North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.9 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

223

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

451

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

8,297

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $1.39M

Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-1%)69%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+1%)50%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-33%)37%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-33%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
36%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+3%)35%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-4%)26%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Cancer
Higher than avg (+5%)26%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-8%)24%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$1.9k received from industry

44 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 John Rubino's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1983

    University of Connecticut School of Medicine

  2. 43 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

University of Connecticut School of Medicine (Class of 1983)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 18563, Raleigh, NC 27619-8563

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With John Rubino

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with John Rubino for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Raleigh 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 John Rubino

NPI records show Dr. Rubino as active with telehealth listed in Raleigh, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 782-1806.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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