Kristin M Poshkus, MD

Internal Medicine

Kristin M Poshkus is an Internal Medicine specialist based in East Greenwich, RI with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(401) 884-0020East Greenwich, RI
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Kristin M Poshkus, MD has practiced internal medicine for 26+ years, working in group practice. A Hahneman Medical College of the Pacific graduate since 2000, she brings 26+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and osteoporosis.

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 46% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
  • Uses generic medications more than 66% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 161 Internal Medicine providers in RISee all Internal Medicine in East Greenwich26+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 5399dNPPES updated 2011-08-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Rhode Island Board of Medical Licensure & Discipline

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1672 S County Trl Suite 303, East Greenwich, RI 02818-5098

Fax: (401) 884-0019
CMS Clinical Data

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 = better

1.48%

Rhode Island avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.6 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Rhode Island

1.48% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

91%

Rhode Island avg: 85.2 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.2 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Rhode Island

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

108

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

362

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

2,897

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $157k

Percentile rankings compared against 74 reporting peers in Rhode Island.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Osteoporosis.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+2%)72%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-6%)64%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+19%)37%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-15%)34%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-2%)32%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
25%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Asthma
Higher than avg (+10%)23%

A condition causing airway inflammation, wheezing, and difficulty breathing

US avg: 13.3%

↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Lower than avg (-9%)23%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$167 received from industry

9 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Kristin M Poshkus's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2000

    Hahneman Medical College of the Pacific

  2. 26 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

Hahneman Medical College of the Pacific (Class of 2000)

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Kristin M Poshkus

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Kristin M Poshkus for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations — no travel to East Greenwich 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 Kristin M Poshkus

NPI records show Dr. Poshkus as active with telehealth listed in East Greenwich, RI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (401) 884-0020.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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