Michael R. Ashton, M.D.
Michael R. Ashton is a Family Medicine specialist based in Berwick, PA with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michael R. Ashton, M.D. has practiced family medicine for 27+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1999 and has 27+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 65% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2112dNPPES updated 2020-08-10 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2200 W Front St, Berwick, PA 18603-4106
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better6.41%
Pennsylvania avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+1.3 pts)
6.41% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90%
Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in PennsylvaniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
521
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,096
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
17,275
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.60M
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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 Diabetes.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Graduated medical school · 1999
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 9, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
27 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (Class of 1999)
Mailing address
100 N Academy Ave Credentials Dept, Danville, PA 17822-4903
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Michael R. Ashton
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael R. Ashton for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Berwick 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 Michael R. Ashton
Dr. Ashton is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Berwick, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (570) 759-1228.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael R. Ashton
Practice Location
2200 W Front St, Berwick, PA 18603-4106
Mailing Address
100 N Academy Ave Credentials Dept, Danville, PA 17822-4903
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