Maria Cristina Duran, M.D,
Maria Cristina Duran is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Tacoma, WA with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 34 years in internal medicine, Maria Cristina Duran, M.D, is a long-established internist in Tacoma. With 34+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Tacoma area. A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 78% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1595dNPPES updated 2022-01-10 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1709 Dock St, Tacoma, WA 98402-3204
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better9.41%
Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+4.3 pts)
9.41% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.4%
Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.6 pts)
Better than 78% of reporting doctors in WashingtonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
13
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
468
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,006
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $196k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
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.
$24 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 Maria Cristina Duran's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
34 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Maria Cristina Duran
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Maria Cristina Duran for follow-ups, medication reviews, and ongoing care — no travel to Tacoma 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 Maria Cristina Duran
NPI records show Dr. Duran as active with telehealth listed in Tacoma, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (253) 682-1710.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Maria Cristina Duran
Practice Location
1709 Dock St, Tacoma, WA 98402-3204
Mailing Address
1709 Dock St, Tacoma, WA 98402-3204
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