Paul L. Katzenstein, M.D.

Rheumatology Internal Medicine

Paul L. Katzenstein is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Charlottesville, VA with over 43 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(434) 243-0223Charlottesville, VA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

With over 43 years in internal medicine, Paul L. Katzenstein, M.D. is a long-established rheumatologist in Charlottesville. Trained at University of Maryland School of Medicine (class of 1983), he has been practicing for over 43 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 79.39/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 27% of MIPS-scored doctors in Virginia
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 77 Internal Medicine providers in VASee all Internal Medicine in Charlottesville43+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 1017dNPPES updated 2023-08-10 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Virginia Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

415 Ray C Hunt Dr Ste 2100, Charlottesville, VA 22903-2980

Fax: (434) 244-7584
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

MIPS Score

2023

79.39/100

Virginia avg: 82.9 · US avg: 83.6

Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

16.43%

Virginia avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+11.3 pts)

16.43% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

224

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

156

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

998

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $887k

Percentile rankings compared against 2,357 reporting peers in Virginia.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+26%)75%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-7%)63%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-4%)30%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
25%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+6%)24%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-10%)24%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-11%)21%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1983

    University of Maryland School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Aug 9, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 43 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

Education & Training

University of Maryland School of Medicine (Class of 1983)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 9007, Charlottesville, VA 22906-9007

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Paul L. Katzenstein

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Paul L. Katzenstein for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Charlottesville 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 Paul L. Katzenstein

NPI records show Dr. Katzenstein as active with telehealth listed in Charlottesville, VA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (434) 243-0223.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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