Richard A Prisuta, D.O.
Richard A Prisuta is a Family Medicine specialist based in Benton, PA with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Richard a Prisuta, D.O. has practiced family medicine for 38+ years, working in group practice. A Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine graduate since 1988, he brings 38+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 25% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Uses generic medications more than 38% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2124dNPPES updated 2020-07-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
4469 Red Rock Rd, Benton, PA 17814-7606
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 = better2.79%
Pennsylvania avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)
2.79% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.2%
Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
455
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
896
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
15,899
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.84M
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — 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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — 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 · 1988
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Jul 28, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
38 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 1988)
Mailing address
100 N Academy Ave, Danville, PA 17822-4903
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Richard a Prisuta
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard a Prisuta for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Benton 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 a Prisuta
Dr. Prisuta is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Benton, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (570) 925-6424.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Richard a Prisuta
Practice Location
4469 Red Rock Rd, Benton, PA 17814-7606
Mailing Address
100 N Academy Ave, Danville, PA 17822-4903
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