Joseph J. Pachorek, M.D.
Joseph J. Pachorek is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Pasadena, CA with over 40 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 40 years in internal medicine, Joseph J. Pachorek, M.D. is a long-established internist in Pasadena. A University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine graduate since 1986, he brings 40+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and ischemic_heart (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 92.08/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 53% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 60% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 78% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
630 S Raymond Ave Suite 320, Pasadena, CA 91105-3278
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 78% of doctors in California on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202392.08/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.5 pts)
Better than 78% of MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.62%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in California0.62% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.2%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,074
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
942
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
9,459
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $773k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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 Ischemic Heart Disease.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ 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 (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ 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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$999 received from industry
50 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Joseph J. Pachorek's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.58 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1986
Keck School of Medicine of Usc
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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 Southern California Keck School of Medicine (Class of 1986)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190201
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Joseph J. Pachorek
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joseph J. Pachorek for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations — no travel to Pasadena 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 Joseph J. Pachorek
Dr. Pachorek is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Pasadena, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (626) 795-4223.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Joseph J. Pachorek
Practice Location
630 S Raymond Ave Suite 320, Pasadena, CA 91105-3278
Mailing Address
630 S Raymond Ave Suite 320, Pasadena, CA 91105-3278
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