Oscar Bernal, M.D.
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Oscar Bernal is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Providence, RI with over 35 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Oscar Bernal, M.D. has been part of the Providence medical community since 2006. He has been in practice for 35+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and stroke (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 75/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 33% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
- Uses generic medications more than 84% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
- Federal MIPS score higher than 18% of MIPS-scored doctors in Rhode Island
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
877 Chalkstone Ave, Providence, RI 02908-4728
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
202375/100
Rhode Island avg: 78.7 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.46%
Rhode Island avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.6 pts)
2.46% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.7%
Rhode Island avg: 85.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.9 pts)
Better than 84% of reporting doctors in Rhode IslandHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,320
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
179
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,384
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $242k
Percentile rankings compared against 74 reporting peers in Rhode Island.
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 Stroke / TIA.
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
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
US avg: 13.4%↑ More patients than average (+46%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — 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%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$57 received from industry
2 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 Oscar Bernal's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
35 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Mailing address
50 Maude St, Providence, RI 02908-4325
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Oscar Bernal
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Oscar Bernal for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Providence 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 Oscar Bernal
Dr. Bernal is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Providence, RI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (401) 456-2310.
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 Oscar Bernal
Practice Location
877 Chalkstone Ave, Providence, RI 02908-4728
Mailing Address
50 Maude St, Providence, RI 02908-4325
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