Lauren Marie Mathias, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Lauren Marie Mathias, M.D. has been part of the Downey medical community since 2016 in group practice. With 14+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Downey area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 90.9/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 48% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 75% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1727dNPPES updated 2021-08-13 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
11480 Brookshire Ave Ste 204, Downey, CA 90241-5023
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 75% of doctors in California on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202390.9/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.3 pts)
Better than 75% of MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.11%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in California1.11% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
142
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
199
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
992
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $816k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
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 (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.3k received from industry
59 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Lauren Marie Mathias's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Aug 12, 2021
CMS-verified certification date
14 years in practice
Established
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Mailing address
550 N Atlantic Blvd Unit 261, Monterey Park, CA 91754-7737
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Lauren Marie Mathias
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lauren Marie Mathias for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Downey 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 Lauren Marie Mathias
NPI records show Dr. Mathias as active with telehealth listed in Downey, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (562) 904-4466.
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 Lauren Marie Mathias
Practice Location
11480 Brookshire Ave Ste 204, Downey, CA 90241-5023
Mailing Address
550 N Atlantic Blvd Unit 261, Monterey Park, CA 91754-7737
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