Laura C Caprario, M.D., M.S.

Hematology & Oncology

Internal Medicine

(978) 687-0156Methuen, MA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

With over 23 years in internal medicine, Laura C Caprario, M.D., M.S. is a long-established hematology & oncology specialist in Methuen. Trained at Georgetown University School of Medicine (class of 2003), she has been practicing for over 23 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 86.28/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 30% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
  • Federal MIPS score higher than 30% of MIPS-scored doctors in Massachusetts
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 211 Internal Medicine providers in MASee all Internal Medicine in Methuen23+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 6091dNPPES updated 2009-09-01 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

70 East St Cancer Management Center, Methuen, MA 01844-4597

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

MIPS Score

2023

86.28/100

Massachusetts avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.7 pts)

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

15.1%

Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+10 pts)

15.1% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

82%

Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.8 pts)

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

Medicare Patients

346

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

105

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

351

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $236k

Percentile rankings compared against 1,606 reporting peers in Massachusetts.

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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-7%)42%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Cancer
Higher than avg (+21%)42%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-1%)33%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-1%)31%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
30%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%
Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-4%)30%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2003

    Georgetown University School of Medicine

  2. 23 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineHematology & Oncology in MethuenAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.

Taxonomy: 207RH0003X

Education & Training

Georgetown University School of Medicine (Class of 2003)

Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Laura C Caprario

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Laura C Caprario for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Methuen 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 C Caprario

Dr. Caprario is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Methuen, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (978) 687-0156.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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