Richard M Thomas, MD
Richard M Thomas is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in Burlington, MA with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across MA can see Richard M Thomas, MD in person in Burlington or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1999 and has 27+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 91.42/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 76% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Federal MIPS score higher than 42% of MIPS-scored doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
41 Mall Rd, Burlington, MA 01805-0001
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Massachusetts, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202391.42/100
Massachusetts avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.8 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in MassachusettsHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.9%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.1 pts)
Better than 76% of reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
388
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
133
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
481
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $32k
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — 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 (+21%) — 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 (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$14 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Richard M Thomas's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1999
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
27 years in practice
Experienced
Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.
Taxonomy: 207RN0300X
Education & Training
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (Class of 1999)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Richard M Thomas
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard M Thomas for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Burlington 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 M Thomas
NPI records show Dr. Thomas as active with telehealth listed in Burlington, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (781) 744-8000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Richard M Thomas
Practice Location
41 Mall Rd, Burlington, MA 01805-0001
Mailing Address
41 Mall Rd, Burlington, MA 01805-0001
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