Tara Michelle Rickard, M.D.
Tara Michelle Rickard is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Morgantown, WV with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Tara Michelle Rickard, M.D. practices as part of a group internist practice in Morgantown, WV. She graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine in 2011 and has 15+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 94.11/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 19% of reporting doctors in West Virginia
- Uses generic medications more than 39% of reporting doctors in West Virginia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 39% of MIPS-scored doctors in West Virginia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1496dNPPES updated 2022-04-18 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at West Virginia Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
6040 University Town Centre Dr, Morgantown, WV 26501-2421
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202394.11/100
West Virginia avg: 89 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.5 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.25%
West Virginia avg: 3.7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.8 pts)
4.25% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86%
West Virginia avg: 82.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
253
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
301
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,155
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $692k
Percentile rankings compared against 528 reporting peers in West Virginia.
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 Arthritis.
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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ 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%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
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%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 · 2011
West Virginia University School of Medicine
Board certified · Apr 17, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
15 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
West Virginia University School of Medicine (Class of 2011)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Tara Michelle Rickard
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Tara Michelle Rickard for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Morgantown 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 Tara Michelle Rickard
NPI records show Dr. Rickard as active with telehealth listed in Morgantown, WV. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (304) 293-6307.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Tara Michelle Rickard
Practice Location
6040 University Town Centre Dr, Morgantown, WV 26501-2421
Mailing Address
6040 University Town Centre Dr, Morgantown, WV 26501-2421
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