Kam A Newman, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Kam A Newman is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Rancho Mirage, CA with over 35 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Kam a Newman, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 35+ years, working in group practice. With 35+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Rancho Mirage area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension. CMS MIPS quality score: 84.3/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 29% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 41% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 52% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
39000 Bob Hope Dr Ste K305, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270-7034
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in California, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202384.3/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.7 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.23%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.9 pts)
3.23% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.2%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,729
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
933
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,751
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3.18M
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, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — 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 (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$567 received from industry
4 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Kam a Newman's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
35 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Mailing address
39000 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270-3221
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 204006
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Kam a Newman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kam a Newman for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Rancho Mirage 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 Kam a Newman
Dr. Newman is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Rancho Mirage, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (760) 837-8569.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kam a Newman
Practice Location
39000 Bob Hope Dr Ste K305, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270-7034
Mailing Address
39000 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270-3221
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