Julian Ruffin Sprague, MD
Julian Ruffin Sprague is a Hematology Internal Medicine specialist based in Burlington, VT with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: MEDICAL ONCOLOGY
Julian Ruffin Sprague, MD has been part of the Burlington medical community since 2007 in group practice. He graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine in 2001 and has 25+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
89 Beaumont Ave. Given Building E214, Burlington, VT 05405
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better6.16%
Vermont avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+1.1 pts)
6.16% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better70.7%
Vermont avg: 81.4 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-12.1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
298
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
145
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,396
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3.99M
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 (-9%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
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
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$108 received from industry
8 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Julian Ruffin Sprague's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2001
University of Virginia School of Medicine
Board certified · Dec 16, 2019
Self-reported via NPPES
25 years in practice
Experienced
Hematologists specialize in blood disorders including anemia, clotting disorders, hemophilia, sickle cell disease, lymphoma, leukemia, and other blood cancers. They manage anticoagulation therapy and blood transfusions.
Taxonomy: 207RH0000X
Education & Training
University of Virginia School of Medicine (Class of 2001)
Mailing address
19 Iris Lane, South Burlington, VT 05403
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Julian Ruffin Sprague
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Julian Ruffin Sprague for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Burlington 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 Julian Ruffin Sprague
NPI records show Dr. Sprague as active with telehealth listed in Burlington, VT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (802) 847-8400.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Julian Ruffin Sprague
Practice Location
89 Beaumont Ave. Given Building E214, Burlington, VT 05405
Mailing Address
19 Iris Lane, South Burlington, VT 05403
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