Laura Rydelek Fitzgerald, N.P.
Adult Health Nurse Practitioner
Laura Rydelek Fitzgerald is an Adult Health Nurse Practitioner based in Old Saybrook, CT with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Laura Rydelek Fitzgerald, N.P. practices as part of a group adult health nurse practitioner practice in Old Saybrook, CT. She graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 2013 and has 13+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, anxiety, and mood disorders (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 89.4/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 95% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Federal MIPS score higher than 57% of MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Connecticut, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202389.4/100
Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.8 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in ConnecticutHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better97.2%
Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.4 pts)
Top 5% of reporting doctors in ConnecticutHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
271
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
71
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
465
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $46k
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 Hypertension, Anxiety Disorders, and Mood Disorders.
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
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+36%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$178 received from industry
4 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
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 2024, attributed to Laura Rydelek Fitzgerald's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2013
University of Connecticut School of Medicine
Board certified · Jun 15, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
13 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LA2200X
Education & Training
University of Connecticut School of Medicine (Class of 2013)
Mailing address
35 Plum Hl, East Lyme, CT 06333-1465
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 450686
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Laura Rydelek Fitzgerald for blood pressure monitoring, anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Old Saybrook 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 Rydelek Fitzgerald
NPI records show Dr. Fitzgerald as active with telehealth listed in Old Saybrook, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (734) 732-7898.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Laura Rydelek Fitzgerald
Practice Location
60 Boston Post Rd, Old Saybrook, CT 06475-1503
Mailing Address
35 Plum Hl, East Lyme, CT 06333-1465
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