Milagros Hernandez, M.D
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Milagros Hernandez is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Astoria, NY with over 39 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 39 years in internal medicine, Milagros Hernandez, M.D is a long-established rheumatologist in Astoria. She has been practicing since 2006 — over 39 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 82.11/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 37% of reporting doctors in New York
- Uses generic medications more than 65% of reporting doctors in New York
- Federal MIPS score higher than 21% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
3010 38th St, Astoria, NY 11103-3804
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202382.11/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1.5 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.68%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.4 pts)
0.68% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.4%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
93
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
1,079
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,864
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.16M
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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 (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+40%) — 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 (+9%) — 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 (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$430 received from industry
24 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Milagros Hernandez's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
39 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Mailing address
3010 38th St Fl 2, Astoria, NY 11103-3804
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Milagros Hernandez
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Milagros Hernandez for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Astoria 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 Milagros Hernandez
NPI records show Dr. Hernandez as active with telehealth listed in Astoria, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (718) 545-2424.
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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Contact Milagros Hernandez
Practice Location
3010 38th St, Astoria, NY 11103-3804
Mailing Address
3010 38th St Fl 2, Astoria, NY 11103-3804
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