Raul Lastimosa, M.D.
Raul Lastimosa is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Elkhart, KS with over 44 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GENERAL PRACTICE
Raul Lastimosa, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 44+ years, working in independent practice. With 44+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Elkhart area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 91.19/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 27% of reporting doctors in Kansas
- Federal MIPS score higher than 34% of MIPS-scored doctors in Kansas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
411 Sunset St, Elkhart, KS 67950-5001
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202391.19/100
Kansas avg: 86.3 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.54%
Kansas avg: 5.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.6 pts)
4.54% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
415
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
197
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
551
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $50k
Percentile rankings compared against 648 reporting peers in Kansas.
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, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
44 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
Mailing address
888 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10451-2802
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Raul Lastimosa
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Raul Lastimosa for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Elkhart 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 Raul Lastimosa
NPI records show Dr. Lastimosa as active with telehealth listed in Elkhart, KS. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (620) 697-2175.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Raul Lastimosa
Practice Location
411 Sunset St, Elkhart, KS 67950-5001
Mailing Address
888 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10451-2802
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