M. Richard Pavao, MD
M. Richard Pavao is a Pain Medicine Anesthesiology specialist based in North Dartmouth, MA with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: ANESTHESIOLOGY
With over 21 years in anesthesiology, M. Richard Pavao, MD is a long-established pain medicine anesthesiology specialist in North Dartmouth. He graduated from University of Massachusetts Medical School in 2005 and has 21+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 86% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
480 Hawthorn St, North Dartmouth, MA 02747-3729
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better41.99%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+36.9 pts)
41.99% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.2 pts)
Better than 86% of reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
416
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
172
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
381
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $19k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,606 reporting peers in Massachusetts.
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 (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — 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 (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — 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
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$821 received from industry
20 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 M. Richard Pavao's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
Umass Chan Medical School
Board certified · Jan 21, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
21 years in practice
Experienced
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207LP2900X
Education & Training
University of Massachusetts Medical School (Class of 2005)
Mailing address
200 Mill Rd, Fairhaven, MA 02719-5252
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With M. Richard Pavao
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with M. Richard Pavao for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to North Dartmouth 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 M. Richard Pavao
Dr. Pavao is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in North Dartmouth, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (508) 973-9170.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact M. Richard Pavao
Practice Location
480 Hawthorn St, North Dartmouth, MA 02747-3729
Mailing Address
200 Mill Rd, Fairhaven, MA 02719-5252
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