Michalene Torbik, D.O.
Michalene Torbik, D.O. has been part of the Pittston medical community since 2005 in group practice. Trained at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (class of 1996), she has been practicing for over 30 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 90.35/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 34% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Uses generic medications more than 64% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Federal MIPS score higher than 68% of MIPS-scored doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1728dNPPES updated 2021-08-12 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1099 S Township Blvd, Pittston, PA 18640-3247
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Pennsylvania, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202390.35/100
Pennsylvania avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.8 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in PennsylvaniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.82%
Pennsylvania avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.3 pts)
1.82% 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
585
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
854
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
17,037
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.07M
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 Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.8k received from industry
118 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 Michalene Torbik's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Aug 11, 2021
CMS-verified certification date
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 1996)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Michalene Torbik
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michalene Torbik for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Pittston 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 Michalene Torbik
Dr. Torbik is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Pittston, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (570) 655-1496.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1099 S Township Blvd, Pittston, PA 18640-3247
Mailing Address
1099 S Township Blvd, Pittston, PA 18640-3247
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