Lucas M Mccaffrey, DO
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Patients across NY can see Lucas M Mccaffrey, DO in person in Riverhead or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie in 2011 and has 15+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 84.47/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 36% of reporting doctors in New York
- Uses generic medications more than 52% of reporting doctors in New York
- Federal MIPS score higher than 24% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1302dNPPES updated 2022-10-13 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
889 E Main St Ste 308, Riverhead, NY 11901-2681
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202384.47/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.9 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.75%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.3 pts)
0.75% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
524
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
408
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,010
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.45M
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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 (+17%) — 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 (-4%) — 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
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.1k received from industry
51 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 Lucas M Mccaffrey's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2011
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Oct 12, 2022
CMS-verified certification date
15 years in practice
Experienced
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
Education & Training
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie (Class of 2011)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Lucas M Mccaffrey
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lucas M Mccaffrey for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Riverhead 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 Lucas M Mccaffrey
NPI records show Dr. Mccaffrey as active with telehealth listed in Riverhead, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (631) 386-3500.
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 Lucas M Mccaffrey
Practice Location
889 E Main St Ste 308, Riverhead, NY 11901-2681
Mailing Address
889 E Main St Ste 308, Riverhead, NY 11901-2681
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