Mark C Griffin, MD
Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery
Mark C Griffin is an Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery specialist based in Grand Junction, CO with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 27 years in otolaryngology, Mark C Griffin, MD is a long-established otolaryngology/facial plastic surgery specialist in Grand Junction. A Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons graduate since 1999, he brings 27+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 41% of reporting doctors in Colorado
- Uses generic medications more than 45% of reporting doctors in Colorado
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 208dNPPES updated 2025-10-28 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Colorado Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2515 Foresight Cir Suite 200, Grand Junction, CO 81505-1018
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.37%
Colorado avg: 6.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Colorado2.37% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86%
Colorado avg: 81.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in ColoradoHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
472
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
277
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
759
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $50k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,617 reporting peers in Colorado.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$522 received from industry
19 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 Mark C Griffin's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1999
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
Board certified · Oct 27, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
27 years in practice
Experienced
An otolaryngologist who specializes in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of head and neck conditions.
Taxonomy: 207YX0905X
Education & Training
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (Class of 1999)
Mailing address
2515 Foresight Cir Unit 200, Grand Junction, CO 81505-1156
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 390333
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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 Mark C Griffin for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Grand Junction 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 Mark C Griffin
Dr. Griffin is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Grand Junction, CO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (970) 245-2400.
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 Mark C Griffin
Practice Location
2515 Foresight Cir Suite 200, Grand Junction, CO 81505-1018
Mailing Address
2515 Foresight Cir Unit 200, Grand Junction, CO 81505-1156
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