Patricia Ann Ahearn, M.D.
Patricia Ann Ahearn is an Internal Medicine specialist based in San Juan Capistrano, CA with over 42 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GERIATRIC MEDICINE
Patients across CA can see Patricia Ann Ahearn, M.D. in person in San Juan Capistrano or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of Arizona College of Medicine graduate since 1984, she brings 42+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 33% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4786dNPPES updated 2013-04-16 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
30230 Rancho Viejo Rd Suite 200, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-1557
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better6.18%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+1.1 pts)
6.18% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better83.9%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
268
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
404
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,737
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.44M
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$990 received from industry
50 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 Patricia Ann Ahearn's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1984
University of Arizona College of Medicine
42 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
University of Arizona College of Medicine (Class of 1984)
Mailing address
Po Box 7087, Orange, CA 92863-7087
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 191308
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Patricia Ann Ahearn
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Patricia Ann Ahearn for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to San Juan Capistrano 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 Patricia Ann Ahearn
NPI records show Dr. Ahearn as active with telehealth listed in San Juan Capistrano, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (949) 443-4303.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Patricia Ann Ahearn
Practice Location
30230 Rancho Viejo Rd Suite 200, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-1557
Mailing Address
Po Box 7087, Orange, CA 92863-7087
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