Morris Papernik, M.D.
Morris Papernik is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Southbury, CT with over 46 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Morris Papernik, M.D. has been part of the Southbury medical community since 2006 in group practice. Trained at Rush Medical College of Rush University (class of 1980), he has been practicing for over 46 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 94.18/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 81% of MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2462dNPPES updated 2019-08-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Connecticut Medical Examining Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
30 Quaker Farms Rd Ste 1, Southbury, CT 06488-2732
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 81% of doctors in Connecticut on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202394.18/100
Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.6 pts)
Better than 81% of MIPS-scored doctors in ConnecticutHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better10.26%
Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+5.2 pts)
10.26% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better79.4%
Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
145
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
341
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,839
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.83M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ 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 (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$3.3k received from industry
175 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 Morris Papernik's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1980
Rush Medical College
46 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Rush Medical College of Rush University (Class of 1980)
Mailing address
67 Maple Ave Fl 2, Derby, CT 06418-1328
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 450672
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Morris Papernik
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Morris Papernik for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Southbury 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 Morris Papernik
Dr. Papernik is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Southbury, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (203) 262-9300.
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 Morris Papernik
Practice Location
30 Quaker Farms Rd Ste 1, Southbury, CT 06488-2732
Mailing Address
67 Maple Ave Fl 2, Derby, CT 06418-1328
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