Nilson Tapia
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Nilson Tapia is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Newburgh, NY with over 8 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Nilson Tapia practices as part of a group rheumatologist practice in Newburgh, NY. He has been in practice for 8+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 91.12/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 20% of reporting doctors in New York
- Federal MIPS score higher than 49% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1200 Route 300, Newburgh, NY 12550-5003
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in New York, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202391.12/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in New YorkHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.89%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.2 pts)
2.89% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
117
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
162
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
450
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $197k
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 (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — 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
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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.
Board certified · Feb 17, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
8 years in practice
Established
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
75 Corbin Hill Rd # 823, Fort Montgomery, NY 10922-7752
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Nilson Tapia
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Nilson Tapia for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Newburgh 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 Nilson Tapia
NPI records show Dr. Tapia as active with telehealth listed in Newburgh, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (845) 703-6999.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Nilson Tapia
Practice Location
1200 Route 300, Newburgh, NY 12550-5003
Mailing Address
75 Corbin Hill Rd # 823, Fort Montgomery, NY 10922-7752
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