Lindsay D Friesen, M.D.
Lindsay D Friesen is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Charlottesville, VA with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Lindsay D Friesen, M.D. practices as part of a group internist practice in Charlottesville, VA. A Duke University School of Medicine graduate since 2004, she brings 22+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 95.11/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 22% of reporting doctors in Virginia
- Uses generic medications more than 63% of reporting doctors in Virginia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 80% of MIPS-scored doctors in Virginia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
2250 Ivy Road Ste 200, Charlottesville, VA 22903-4977
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 80% of doctors in Virginia on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202395.11/100
Virginia avg: 82.9 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.5 pts)
Better than 80% of MIPS-scored doctors in VirginiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.5%
Virginia avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.6 pts)
3.5% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90%
Virginia avg: 84.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in VirginiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
608
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
637
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,365
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $602k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,357 reporting peers in Virginia.
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 (-10%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — 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 · 2004
Duke University School of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 18, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
22 years in practice
Experienced
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
Duke University School of Medicine (Class of 2004)
Mailing address
Po Box 79777, Baltimore, MD 21279-0777
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Lindsay D Friesen
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lindsay D Friesen for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Charlottesville 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 Lindsay D Friesen
Dr. Friesen is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Charlottesville, VA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (434) 654-4550.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Lindsay D Friesen
Practice Location
2250 Ivy Road Ste 200, Charlottesville, VA 22903-4977
Mailing Address
Po Box 79777, Baltimore, MD 21279-0777
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