Keith Friedman, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine
Keith Friedman is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Columbia, MD with over 29 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 29 years in internal medicine, Keith Friedman, MD is a long-established cardiologist in Columbia. Trained at University of Maryland School of Medicine (class of 1997), he has been practicing for over 29 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 83.07/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 39% of reporting doctors in Maryland
- Federal MIPS score higher than 65% of MIPS-scored doctors in Maryland
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
10710 Charter Dr Suite 400, Columbia, MD 21044-2858
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Maryland, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202383.07/100
Maryland avg: 77.8 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in MarylandHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.4%
Maryland avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
2,419
Unique beneficiaries
Very high volumePrescription Recipients
568
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,264
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $843k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
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%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
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
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — 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.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1997
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Board certified · Oct 9, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
29 years in practice
Experienced
Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.
Taxonomy: 207RC0000X
Education & Training
University of Maryland School of Medicine (Class of 1997)
Mailing address
10710 Charter Dr Ste 400, Columbia, MD 21044-3276
Differs from practice location
Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Keith Friedman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Keith Friedman for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Columbia 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 Keith Friedman
Dr. Friedman is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Columbia, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (410) 997-7979.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Keith Friedman
Practice Location
10710 Charter Dr Suite 400, Columbia, MD 21044-2858
Mailing Address
10710 Charter Dr Ste 400, Columbia, MD 21044-3276
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