Kent Christian Romney, MD
Kent Christian Romney is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Salt Lake City, UT with over 36 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Kent Christian Romney, MD has been part of the Salt Lake City medical community since 2006 in group practice. A University of Utah School of Medicine graduate since 1990, he brings 36+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 38% of reporting doctors in Utah
- Uses generic medications more than 58% of reporting doctors in Utah
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6176dNPPES updated 2009-06-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Utah Physicians Licensing Board (DOPL)
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2000 S 900 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84105-3208
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.87%
Utah avg: 6.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.2 pts)
2.87% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.2%
Utah avg: 84.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in UtahHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
269
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
746
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,508
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $801k
Percentile rankings compared against 531 reporting peers in Utah.
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
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — 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 · 1990
University of Utah School of Medicine
36 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
University of Utah School of Medicine (Class of 1990)
Mailing address
Po Box 27128, Salt Lake City, UT 84127-0128
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Kent Christian Romney
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kent Christian Romney for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Salt Lake City 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 Kent Christian Romney
NPI records show Dr. Romney as active with telehealth listed in Salt Lake City, UT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (801) 464-7660.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kent Christian Romney
Practice Location
2000 S 900 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84105-3208
Mailing Address
Po Box 27128, Salt Lake City, UT 84127-0128
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