Paul Vincent Letendre, MD
Paul Vincent Letendre is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in La Crosse, WI with over 14 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Paul Vincent Letendre, MD has practiced internal medicine for 14+ years, working in independent practice. With 14+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the La Crosse area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include cancer, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 38% of reporting doctors in Wisconsin
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2482dNPPES updated 2019-08-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Wisconsin Medical Examining Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.11%
Wisconsin avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3 pts)
2.11% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
265
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
223
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
807
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.53M
Percentile rankings compared against 779 reporting peers in Wisconsin.
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 Cancer, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+53%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$232 received from industry
12 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Paul Vincent Letendre's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
14 years in practice
Established
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Paul Vincent Letendre
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Paul Vincent Letendre for follow-up consultations, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to La Crosse 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 Vincent Letendre
NPI records show Dr. Letendre as active with telehealth listed in La Crosse, WI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (608) 782-7300.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Paul Vincent Letendre
Practice Location
1836 South Ave, La Crosse, WI 54601-5429
Mailing Address
1836 South Ave, La Crosse, WI 54601-5429
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