Robert Garfield, DO
Robert Garfield is a Family Medicine specialist based in Worcester, NY with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Robert Garfield, DO practices as part of a group family medicine physician practice in Worcester, NY. Trained at New York College of Osteo Medicine of New York Institute of Technology (class of 1995), he has been practicing for over 31 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 86.64/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 41% of reporting doctors in New York
- Federal MIPS score higher than 40% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5905dNPPES updated 2010-03-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in New York, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202386.64/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in New YorkHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better8.78%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+3.7 pts)
8.78% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.8%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
389
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
654
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
12,046
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.11M
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Mood Disorders.
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 (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — 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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$443 received from industry
22 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 Robert Garfield's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1995
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
31 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
New York College of Osteo Medicine of New York Institute of Technology (Class of 1995)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Robert Garfield
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Robert Garfield for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Worcester 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 Robert Garfield
NPI records show Dr. Garfield as active with telehealth listed in Worcester, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (607) 397-1725.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
4 Decatur St, Worcester, NY 12197-2030
Mailing Address
4 Decatur St, Worcester, NY 12197-2030
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