Richard S Irwin, MD
Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine
Richard S Irwin is a Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Worcester, MA with over 58 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Richard S Irwin, MD has been part of the Worcester medical community since 2005 in group practice. A Tufts University School of Medicine graduate since 1968, he brings 58+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and asthma. CMS MIPS quality score: 97.02/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
55 Lake Ave N Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Worcester, MA 01655-0002
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 76% of doctors in Massachusetts on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202397.02/100
Massachusetts avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.4 pts)
Better than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in MassachusettsHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
149
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
142
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
913
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $321k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,606 reporting peers in Massachusetts.
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 Asthma.
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%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition causing airway inflammation, wheezing, and difficulty breathing
US avg: 13.3%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ 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 (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
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.
Graduated medical school · 1968
Tufts University School of Medicine
Board certified · Nov 12, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
58 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
Tufts University School of Medicine (Class of 1968)
Mailing address
Po Box 415348, Boston, MA 02241-5348
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pulmonary Disease Care With Richard S Irwin
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard S Irwin for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, asthma reviews — no travel to Worcester 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 S Irwin
NPI records show Dr. Irwin as active with telehealth listed in Worcester, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (508) 856-1919.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Richard S Irwin
Practice Location
55 Lake Ave N Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Worcester, MA 01655-0002
Mailing Address
Po Box 415348, Boston, MA 02241-5348
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