Susan M. Thomas, MD
Susan M. Thomas, MD has been part of the Vernon Hills medical community since 2006 in group practice. A University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine graduate since 1999, she brings 27+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 97.29/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 50% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Uses generic medications more than 45% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Federal MIPS score higher than 87% of MIPS-scored doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
225 N Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL 60061-4304
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 87% of doctors in Illinois on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202397.29/100
Illinois avg: 88.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.7 pts)
Better than 87% of MIPS-scored doctors in IllinoisHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.51%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Illinois0.51% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.3%
Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in IllinoisHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
332
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
512
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,922
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $368k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — 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 · 1999
Keck School of Medicine of Usc
Board certified · Jan 10, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
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 Southern California Keck School of Medicine (Class of 1999)
Mailing address
2650 Ridge Ave Evanston Hospital, Evanston, IL 60201-1718
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Susan M. Thomas
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Susan M. Thomas for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Vernon Hills 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 Susan M. Thomas
Dr. Thomas is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Vernon Hills, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (847) 941-7600.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
225 N Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL 60061-4304
Mailing Address
2650 Ridge Ave Evanston Hospital, Evanston, IL 60201-1718
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