Joseph F Rizzo, MD
Joseph F Rizzo is an Ophthalmology specialist based in Boston, MA with over 48 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Joseph F Rizzo, MD practices as part of a group ophthalmologist practice in Boston, MA. Trained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (class of 1978), he has been practicing for over 48 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
243 Charles St Meei Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston, MA 02114
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Medicare Patients
312
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescriptions Written
11
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $450
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 Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$681 received from industry
10 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 F Rizzo's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1978
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
48 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
Taxonomy: 207W00000X
Education & Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 1978)
Mailing address
243 Charles St 9th Floor, Boston, MA 02114-3002
Differs from practice location
Virtual Ophthalmology Care With Joseph F Rizzo
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joseph F Rizzo for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Boston 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 F Rizzo
NPI records show Dr. Rizzo as active with telehealth listed in Boston, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 573-3412.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Joseph F Rizzo
Practice Location
243 Charles St Meei Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston, MA 02114
Mailing Address
243 Charles St 9th Floor, Boston, MA 02114-3002
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