Laura Celeste Black, M.D.
Laura Celeste Black is an Internal Medicine specialist based in West Hartford, CT with over 14 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Laura Celeste Black, M.D. specializes in internal medicine, serving patients in West Hartford, CT in independent practice. She graduated from University of Vermont College of Medicine in 2012 and has 14+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 93.56/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 36% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Uses generic medications more than 40% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Federal MIPS score higher than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
336 N Main St, West Hartford, CT 06117
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 76% of doctors in Connecticut on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202393.56/100
Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10 pts)
Better than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in ConnecticutHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.27%
Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.8 pts)
1.27% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85%
Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in ConnecticutHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
136
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
324
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,467
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $545k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 · 2012
University of Vermont College of Medicine
14 years in practice
Established
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 Vermont College of Medicine (Class of 2012)
Mailing address
17 Virginia Ave Suite 107, Providence, RI 02905-4406
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 450675
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Laura Celeste Black
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Laura Celeste Black for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to West Hartford 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 Laura Celeste Black
Dr. Black is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in West Hartford, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (860) 232-4891.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Laura Celeste Black
Practice Location
336 N Main St, West Hartford, CT 06117
Mailing Address
17 Virginia Ave Suite 107, Providence, RI 02905-4406
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