Richard D Kayne, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Richard D Kayne is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Cheshire, CT with over 50 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Richard D Kayne, MD runs an independent endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism specialist practice in Cheshire, CT. Trained at Yale University School of Medicine (class of 1976), he has been practicing for over 50 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
Older · 5990dNPPES updated 2009-12-28 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Connecticut Medical Examining Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
577 So Main Street, Cheshire, CT 06410
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better60.6%
Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-22.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
236
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
527
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,217
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.58M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.
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 (+1%) — 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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — 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.
Graduated medical school · 1976
Yale School of Medicine
50 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Education & Training
Yale University School of Medicine (Class of 1976)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 450662
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Richard D Kayne
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard D Kayne for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Cheshire 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 D Kayne
NPI records show Dr. Kayne as active with telehealth listed in Cheshire, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (203) 272-1619.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Richard D Kayne
Practice Location
577 So Main Street, Cheshire, CT 06410
Mailing Address
577 So Main Street, Cheshire, CT 06410
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