Lori J. Cretella, MD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Lori J. Cretella is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in North Haven, CT with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Lori J. Cretella, MD has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 30+ years, working in group practice. She graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport in 1996 and has 30+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 93.28/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 41% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Uses generic medications more than 36% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Federal MIPS score higher than 63% 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, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202393.28/100
Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.7 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in ConnecticutHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.85%
Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Connecticut0.85% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.2%
Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
161
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
242
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,654
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $288k
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, 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 (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$15 received from industry
1 transaction 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 Lori J. Cretella's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport (Class of 1996)
Mailing address
226 Mill Hill Ave 3rd Floor, Bridgeport, CT 06610-2826
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 450672
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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 Lori J. Cretella for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to North Haven 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 Lori J. Cretella
NPI records show Dr. Cretella as active with telehealth listed in North Haven, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (203) 789-6047.
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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Practice Location
6 Devine St, North Haven, CT 06473-2195
Mailing Address
226 Mill Hill Ave 3rd Floor, Bridgeport, CT 06610-2826
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