Richard Jay Pitch, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Richard Jay Pitch, MD has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 35+ years, working in independent practice. A State University of New York Downstate Medical Center graduate since 1991, he brings 35+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, depression, and anxiety (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 31% of reporting doctors in New York
- Uses generic medications more than 76% of reporting doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2972dNPPES updated 2018-03-17 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1739 N Ocean Ave Ste a, Medford, NY 11763-2683
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.19%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.9 pts)
1.19% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.7%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.9 pts)
Better than 76% of reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
145
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
118
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,190
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $410k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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, Depression, and Anxiety Disorders.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — 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 (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$923 received from industry
43 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Jay Pitch's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1991
Suny Downstate Health Sciences University
35 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
State University of New York Downstate Medical Center (Class of 1991)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Richard Jay Pitch
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard Jay Pitch for cholesterol management, depression management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Medford 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 Jay Pitch
NPI records show Dr. Pitch as active with telehealth listed in Medford, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (631) 714-4100.
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 Jay Pitch
Practice Location
1739 N Ocean Ave Ste a, Medford, NY 11763-2683
Mailing Address
1739 N Ocean Ave Ste a, Medford, NY 11763-2683
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