Michael Jeffrey Zizmor

General Practice

Also practices: PSYCHIATRY

(510) 236-5340Richmond, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Michael Jeffrey Zizmor has been part of the Richmond medical community since 2011 in independent practice. He graduated from University of Kansas School of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) in 1982 and has 44+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 83% of reporting doctors in California
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 131 General Practice providers in CASee all General Practice in Richmond44+ years experienceNPI since 2011

Older · 1658dNPPES updated 2021-10-21 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

2831 Macdonald Ave, Richmond, CA 94804-3008

Fax: (510) 236-5340
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

9.23%

California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+4.1 pts)

9.23% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

93.2%

California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.4 pts)

Better than 83% of reporting doctors in California

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

303

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

46

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

672

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $48k

Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Mood Disorders.

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-5%)65%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-13%)57%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
42%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-9%)40%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

Depression
Higher than avg (+7%)39%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+5%)39%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+1%)35%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Substance Use Disorders
34%

Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1982

    University of Kansas School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Oct 20, 2021

    CMS-verified certification date

  3. 44 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

General PracticeAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who specializes in the general practice of diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions.

Taxonomy: 208D00000X

Education & Training

University of Kansas School of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) (Class of 1982)

Virtual General Practice Care With Michael Jeffrey Zizmor

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Jeffrey Zizmor for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Richmond 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 Jeffrey Zizmor

Dr. Zizmor is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Richmond, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (510) 236-5340.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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