Kenneth B Wasser, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Kenneth B Wasser is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Tinton Falls, NJ with over 49 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Kenneth B Wasser, M.D. has been part of the Tinton Falls medical community since 2005 in independent practice. Trained at Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College of Med of Case Wstn Rsv University (class of 1977), he has been practicing for over 49 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 82.95/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 37% of MIPS-scored doctors in New Jersey
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
43 N Gilbert St Ste 7, Tinton Falls, NJ 07701-4914
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202382.95/100
New Jersey avg: 83.4 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better6.4%
New Jersey avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+1.3 pts)
6.4% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better69.8%
New Jersey avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-13 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
355
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
348
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,392
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $4.18M
Percentile rankings compared against 2,091 reporting peers in New Jersey.
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%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — 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 (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
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 · 1977
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 8, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
49 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
Education & Training
Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College of Med of Case Wstn Rsv University (Class of 1977)
Mailing address
43 N Gilbert St Suite 7, Tinton Falls, NJ 07701-4913
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Kenneth B Wasser
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kenneth B Wasser for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Tinton Falls 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 Kenneth B Wasser
Dr. Wasser is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Tinton Falls, NJ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (732) 530-7999.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
43 N Gilbert St Ste 7, Tinton Falls, NJ 07701-4914
Mailing Address
43 N Gilbert St Suite 7, Tinton Falls, NJ 07701-4913
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