Matthew Augustin Romano, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
Matthew Augustin Romano is a Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) specialist based in Ann Arbor, MI with over 28 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: CRITICAL CARE (INTENSIVISTS), GENERAL SURGERY
Patients across MI can see Matthew Augustin Romano, M.D. in person in Ann Arbor or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 1998 and has 28+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and afib (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 81% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2322dNPPES updated 2020-01-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.5%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.7 pts)
Better than 81% of reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
136
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
58
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
147
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $5k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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 Atrial Fibrillation.
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
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+51%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+46%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — 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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$42.5k received from industry
68 transactions reported in 2024 ·Very High 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 Matthew Augustin Romano's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.85 / 1.00
High vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1998
Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 13, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
28 years in practice
Experienced
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Taxonomy: 208G00000X
Education & Training
Loma Linda University School of Medicine (Class of 1998)
Mailing address
3621 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108-1633
Differs from practice location
Virtual Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Care With Matthew Augustin Romano
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Matthew Augustin Romano for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Ann Arbor 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 Matthew Augustin Romano
NPI records show Dr. Romano as active with telehealth listed in Ann Arbor, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (734) 936-4000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Matthew Augustin Romano
Practice Location
1500 E Medical Center Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5000
Mailing Address
3621 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108-1633
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