Rino Alberto Buzzola, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Rino Alberto Buzzola is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Missoula, MT with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Rino Alberto Buzzola, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 24+ years, working in group practice. He has been practicing since 2012 — over 24 years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
Older · 1074dNPPES updated 2023-06-15 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Montana Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
900 N Orange St Ste 304, Missoula, MT 59802-2951
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202365.45/100
Montana avg: 84.7 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-18.1 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better46.6%
Montana avg: 85 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-36.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
350
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
464
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,260
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.37M
Percentile rankings compared against 214 reporting peers in Montana.
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, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — 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 (+2%) — 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 (-5%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$33 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 Rino Alberto Buzzola's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jun 14, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
24 years in practice
Experienced
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
Mailing address
Po Box 12, Liberty Lake, WA 99019-0012
Differs from practice location
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Rino Alberto Buzzola
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Rino Alberto Buzzola for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Missoula 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 Rino Alberto Buzzola
Dr. Buzzola is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Missoula, MT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (406) 329-5781.
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 Rino Alberto Buzzola
Practice Location
900 N Orange St Ste 304, Missoula, MT 59802-2951
Mailing Address
Po Box 12, Liberty Lake, WA 99019-0012
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