Lyle B Amer, MD

Rheumatology Internal Medicine

Lyle B Amer is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Santa Fe, NM with over 42 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(505) 983-9460Santa Fe, NM
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Lyle B Amer, MD runs an independent rheumatologist practice in Santa Fe, NM. He graduated from University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver in 1984 and has 42+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, arthritis, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 82% of reporting doctors in New Mexico
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 15 Internal Medicine providers in NMSee all Internal Medicine in Santa Fe42+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 6114dNPPES updated 2009-08-27 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New Mexico Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

2212 Brothers Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87505-6903

Fax: (505) 983-0568
Patient Condition Panel

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 Diabetes.

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-3%)67%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+15%)64%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+20%)54%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-19%)51%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here

Substance Use Disorders
49%

Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-3%)31%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1984

    University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver

  2. 42 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver (Class of 1984)

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Lyle B Amer

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Lyle B Amer for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Santa Fe required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lyle B Amer

NPI records show Dr. Amer as active with telehealth listed in Santa Fe, NM. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (505) 983-9460.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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