Thomas Abel, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Thomas Abel is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Monte Sereno, CA with over 55 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across CA can see Thomas Abel, MD in person in Monte Sereno or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been in practice for 55+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension (per CMS claims data).
Older · 4230dNPPES updated 2014-10-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Medicare Patients
37
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
17
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
45
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $10k
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, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$48 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·Low 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 2018, attributed to Thomas Abel's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
55 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Mailing address
1800 Harrison St Fl 7, Oakland, CA 94612-3429
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 210023
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Thomas Abel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Thomas Abel for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Monte Sereno 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 Thomas Abel
Dr. Abel is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Monte Sereno, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (408) 656-9944.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
15480 Palos Verdes Drive, Monte Sereno, CA 95030
Mailing Address
1800 Harrison St Fl 7, Oakland, CA 94612-3429
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