Rachel Kushner, MD
Rachel Kushner, MD runs an independent dermatologist practice in Franklin Square, NY. A New York College of Osteo Medicine of New York Institute of Technology graduate since 1998, she brings 28+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 55% of reporting doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 609dNPPES updated 2024-09-10 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
320 Franklin Ave, Franklin Square, NY 11010-1332
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202363.52/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-20.1 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.5%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
463
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
374
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
802
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $413k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (-1%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
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.
$5.9k received from industry
85 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Rachel Kushner's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.61 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1998
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Sep 9, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
28 years in practice
Experienced
A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
Taxonomy: 207N00000X
Education & Training
New York College of Osteo Medicine of New York Institute of Technology (Class of 1998)
Virtual Dermatology Care With Rachel Kushner
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Rachel Kushner for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Franklin Square 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 Rachel Kushner
Dr. Kushner is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Franklin Square, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (516) 328-6252.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Rachel Kushner
Practice Location
320 Franklin Ave, Franklin Square, NY 11010-1332
Mailing Address
320 Franklin Ave, Franklin Square, NY 11010-1332
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