R Sterling Hodgson, MD
R Sterling Hodgson is an Otology & Neurotology specialist based in Portland, OR with over 43 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
R Sterling Hodgson, MD has been part of the Portland medical community since 2005 in group practice. Trained at Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine (class of 1983), he has been practicing for over 43 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 83% of reporting doctors in Oregon
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 167dNPPES updated 2025-12-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Oregon Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2701 Nw Vaughn St Ste 150, Portland, OR 97210-5379
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better16.05%
Oregon avg: 7 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+11 pts)
16.05% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.4%
Oregon avg: 83.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.6 pts)
Better than 83% of reporting doctors in OregonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
203
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
185
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
517
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $10k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,341 reporting peers in Oregon.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$133 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 R Sterling Hodgson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1983
Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine
Board certified · Dec 7, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
43 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An otolaryngologist who treats diseases of the ear and temporal bone, including disorders of hearing and balance. The additional training in otology and neurotology emphasizes the study of embryology, anatomy, physiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology, pathology, genetics, immunology, microbiology and the etiology of diseases of the ear and temporal bone.
Taxonomy: 207YX0901X
Education & Training
Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine (Class of 1983)
Mailing address
541 Ne 20th Ave Ste 225, Portland, OR 97232-2895
Differs from practice location
Virtual Otology & Neurotology Care With R Sterling Hodgson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with R Sterling Hodgson for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Portland 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 R Sterling Hodgson
Dr. Hodgson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Portland, OR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (503) 229-8455.
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 R Sterling Hodgson
Practice Location
2701 Nw Vaughn St Ste 150, Portland, OR 97210-5379
Mailing Address
541 Ne 20th Ave Ste 225, Portland, OR 97232-2895
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