Ronald Distajo, M.D., M.P.H.
Ronald Distajo is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Washington, DC with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Ronald Distajo, M.D., M.P.H. has been part of the Washington medical community since 2006 in group practice. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) in 1999 and has 27+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 95.99/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 20% of reporting doctors in District of Columbia
- Uses generic medications more than 37% of reporting doctors in District of Columbia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 89% of MIPS-scored doctors in District of Columbia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
110 Irving St Nw Washington Hospital Center, Room 1a50a1-Ab6, Washington, DC 20010-3017
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 89% of doctors in District of Columbia on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202395.99/100
District of Columbia avg: 80.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.4 pts)
Better than 89% of MIPS-scored doctors in District of ColumbiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.94%
District of Columbia avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.2 pts)
3.94% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better81.8%
District of Columbia avg: 80.4 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
443
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
720
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,376
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.82M
Percentile rankings compared against 449 reporting peers in District of Columbia.
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 Diabetes.
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ 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 (-4%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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 · 1999
University of Illinois College of Medicine
27 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (Class of 1999)
Mailing address
110 Irving Street Nw Washington Hospital Center, Room 1a50a1-Ab6, Washington, DC 20010-3017
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 500027
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Ronald Distajo
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ronald Distajo for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Washington 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 Ronald Distajo
NPI records show Dr. Distajo as active with telehealth listed in Washington, DC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (202) 877-8284.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ronald Distajo
Practice Location
110 Irving St Nw Washington Hospital Center, Room 1a50a1-Ab6, Washington, DC 20010-3017
Mailing Address
110 Irving Street Nw Washington Hospital Center, Room 1a50a1-Ab6, Washington, DC 20010-3017
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