Thomas Fairweather Crain, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine
Thomas Fairweather Crain is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Providence, RI with over 28 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Thomas Fairweather Crain, MD runs an independent cardiologist practice in Providence, RI. Trained at Georgetown University School of Medicine (class of 1998), he has been practicing for over 28 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 23% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5633dNPPES updated 2010-12-20 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Rhode Island Board of Medical Licensure & Discipline
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.2%
Rhode Island avg: 85.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,060
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
688
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,222
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $813k
Percentile rankings compared against 74 reporting peers in Rhode Island.
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 Ischemic Heart Disease.
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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — 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 (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — 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 · 1998
Georgetown University School of Medicine
28 years in practice
Experienced
Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.
Taxonomy: 207RC0000X
Education & Training
Georgetown University School of Medicine (Class of 1998)
Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Thomas Fairweather Crain
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Thomas Fairweather Crain for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Providence 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 Fairweather Crain
NPI records show Dr. Crain as active with telehealth listed in Providence, RI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (401) 793-4630.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Thomas Fairweather Crain
Practice Location
164 Summit Ave, Providence, RI 02906-2853
Mailing Address
164 Summit Ave, Providence, RI 02906-2853
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