Richard Carl Bernstein, M.D.
Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine
Richard Carl Bernstein is a Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Hershey, PA with over 39 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: CRITICAL CARE (INTENSIVISTS), INTERNAL MEDICINE
With over 39 years in internal medicine, Richard Carl Bernstein, M.D. is a long-established pulmonologist in Hershey. Trained at Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine (class of 1987), he has been practicing for over 39 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
500 University Dr, Hershey, PA 17033-2360
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202371.79/100
Pennsylvania avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-11.8 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
388
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
151
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,069
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $249k
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.39 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityHe 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 · 1987
Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine
39 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Pulmonologists specialize in respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea, and lung cancer screening. They manage patients on ventilators and perform bronchoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RP1001X
Education & Training
Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine (Class of 1987)
Mailing address
Po Box 858 Mc A410, Hershey, PA 17033-0858
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pulmonary Disease Care With Richard Carl Bernstein
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard Carl Bernstein for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Hershey 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 Richard Carl Bernstein
Dr. Bernstein is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Hershey, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (717) 531-4950.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Richard Carl Bernstein
Practice Location
500 University Dr, Hershey, PA 17033-2360
Mailing Address
Po Box 858 Mc A410, Hershey, PA 17033-0858
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