Seth G Coombs, MD
Seth G Coombs is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Rutland, VT with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across VT can see Seth G Coombs, MD in person in Rutland or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Wisconsin School of Medicine (class of 1992), he has been practicing for over 34 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 46% of reporting doctors in Vermont
- Uses generic medications more than 76% of reporting doctors in Vermont
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1152dNPPES updated 2023-03-28 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Vermont Board of Medical Practice
Contact & Location
Practice Location
8 Commons St Suite 1, Rutland, VT 05701-4651
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.83%
Vermont avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Vermont0.83% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.4%
Vermont avg: 81.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.6 pts)
Better than 76% of reporting doctors in VermontHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
203
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
205
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,139
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $248k
Percentile rankings compared against 34 reporting peers in Vermont.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — 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 (-4%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
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 · 1992
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Board certified · Mar 27, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
34 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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 Wisconsin School of Medicine (Class of 1992)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Seth G Coombs
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Seth G Coombs for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Rutland 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 Seth G Coombs
Dr. Coombs is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Rutland, VT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (802) 770-1805.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Seth G Coombs
Practice Location
8 Commons St Suite 1, Rutland, VT 05701-4651
Mailing Address
8 Commons St Suite 1, Rutland, VT 05701-4651
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