Nimali D Mendis, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Nimali D Mendis is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Seattle, WA with over 33 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Nimali D Mendis, M.D. has been part of the Seattle medical community since 2005 in group practice. She has been in practice for 33+ years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, high cholesterol, and hypertension (per CMS claims data).
Older · 1802dNPPES updated 2021-06-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.85%
Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.8 pts)
5.85% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
69
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
86
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
684
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $642k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
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 Arthritis, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 (-3%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ 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 (-11%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
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 · Jun 16, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
33 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
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Nimali D Mendis
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Nimali D Mendis for arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Seattle 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 Nimali D Mendis
Dr. Mendis is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Seattle, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (206) 326-2400.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Nimali D Mendis
Practice Location
1200 12th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144-2712
Mailing Address
1200 12th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144-2712
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