Richard J. Leidinger, M.D.
Richard J. Leidinger is an Urology specialist based in Berlin, VT with over 40 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Richard J. Leidinger, M.D. has practiced urology for 40+ years, working in group practice. With 40+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Berlin area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 44% of reporting doctors in Vermont
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4815dNPPES updated 2013-03-18 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Vermont Board of Medical Practice
Contact & Location
Practice Location
286 Hospital Loop, Berlin, VT 05602-9523
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.52%
Vermont avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Vermont1.52% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
362
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
342
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,378
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $178k
Percentile rankings compared against 34 reporting peers in Vermont.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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 (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$58 received from industry
3 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Richard J. Leidinger's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Taxonomy: 208800000X
Mailing address
Po Box 547, Barre, VT 05641-0547
Differs from practice location
Virtual Urology Care With Richard J. Leidinger
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard J. Leidinger for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Berlin 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 J. Leidinger
NPI records show Dr. Leidinger as active with telehealth listed in Berlin, VT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (802) 371-4820.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Richard J. Leidinger
Practice Location
286 Hospital Loop, Berlin, VT 05602-9523
Mailing Address
Po Box 547, Barre, VT 05641-0547
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