Laura Elizabeth Tavares, ARNP
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Laura Elizabeth Tavares is a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner based in East Providence, RI with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Laura Elizabeth Tavares, ARNP practices as part of a group primary care nurse practitioner practice in East Providence, RI. With 15+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the East Providence area. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 39% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
- Uses generic medications more than 62% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
900 Warren Ave Ste 400, East Providence, RI 02914-1430
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 = better1.98%
Rhode Island avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.1 pts)
1.98% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.5%
Rhode Island avg: 85.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Rhode IslandHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
77
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
591
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
9,952
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $658k
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.
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.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — 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.
Board certified · Aug 25, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
15 years in practice
Experienced
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LP2300X
Virtual Primary Care Care With Laura Elizabeth Tavares
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Laura Elizabeth Tavares for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to East Providence 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 Elizabeth Tavares
NPI records show Dr. Tavares as active with telehealth listed in East Providence, RI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (401) 331-1221.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Laura Elizabeth Tavares
Practice Location
900 Warren Ave Ste 400, East Providence, RI 02914-1430
Mailing Address
900 Warren Ave Ste 400, East Providence, RI 02914-1430
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