Ruben Daniel Acosta, M.D.
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Ruben Daniel Acosta is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Silver Spring, MD with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across MD can see Ruben Daniel Acosta, M.D. in person in Silver Spring or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Connecticut School of Medicine (class of 2002), he has been practicing for over 24 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 91.81/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 88% of MIPS-scored doctors in Maryland
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 968dNPPES updated 2023-09-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Maryland Board of Physicians
Contact & Location
Practice Location
10801 Lockwood Dr Ste 200, Silver Spring, MD 20901-1562
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 88% of doctors in Maryland on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202391.81/100
Maryland avg: 77.8 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.2 pts)
Better than 88% of MIPS-scored doctors in MarylandHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better77%
Maryland avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-5.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
144
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
54
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
74
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $10k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.
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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — 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
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.3k received from industry
68 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Ruben Daniel Acosta's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
University of Connecticut School of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 28, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
24 years in practice
Experienced
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Education & Training
University of Connecticut School of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Mailing address
106 Ashton Knolls Ln, Ashton, MD 20861-3647
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Ruben Daniel Acosta
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ruben Daniel Acosta for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Silver Spring 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 Ruben Daniel Acosta
NPI records show Dr. Acosta as active with telehealth listed in Silver Spring, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (301) 593-2002.
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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Contact Ruben Daniel Acosta
Practice Location
10801 Lockwood Dr Ste 200, Silver Spring, MD 20901-1562
Mailing Address
106 Ashton Knolls Ln, Ashton, MD 20861-3647
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