Shane Thomas Ridge, D.O.
Shane Thomas Ridge is a Family Medicine specialist based in Westbrook, CT with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across CT can see Shane Thomas Ridge, D.O. in person in Westbrook or via virtual visit — no travel required. A College of Osteo Med of the Pacific at Pomona graduate since 2004, he brings 22+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 97.27/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 25% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Uses generic medications more than 64% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Federal MIPS score higher than 95% of MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
250 Flat Rock Pl 2nd Fl, Westbrook, CT 06498-1565
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 95% of doctors in Connecticut on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202397.27/100
Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.7 pts)
Top 5% of MIPS-scored doctors in ConnecticutHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.41%
Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.7 pts)
2.41% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.1%
Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in ConnecticutHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
359
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
912
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,077
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $690k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.
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%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
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 · 2004
College of Osteo Med of the Pacific at Pomona
22 years in practice
Experienced
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
College of Osteo Med of the Pacific at Pomona (Class of 2004)
Mailing address
28 Crescent St, Middletown, CT 06457-3654
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 450654
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Family Medicine Care With Shane Thomas Ridge
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Shane Thomas Ridge for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Westbrook 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 Shane Thomas Ridge
Dr. Ridge is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Westbrook, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (860) 358-3640.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Shane Thomas Ridge
Practice Location
250 Flat Rock Pl 2nd Fl, Westbrook, CT 06498-1565
Mailing Address
28 Crescent St, Middletown, CT 06457-3654
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