Thomas J Fahey, M.D.
Thomas J Fahey is a Surgery specialist based in New York, NY with over 40 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Thomas J Fahey, M.D. runs an independent surgery specialist practice in New York, NY. Trained at Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University (class of 1986), he has been practicing for over 40 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 77% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5280dNPPES updated 2011-12-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 77% of doctors in New York on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Better than 77% of MIPS-scored doctors in New YorkHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better54.55%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+49.4 pts)
54.55% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
336
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
16
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
22
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $199
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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 (-5%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — 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 (-5%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$7.0k received from industry
21 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 2024, attributed to Thomas J Fahey's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1986
Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University (Class of 1986)
Mailing address
525 E 68th St Suite F2024, Mailbox 249, New York, NY 10021-4870
Differs from practice location
Virtual Surgery Care With Thomas J Fahey
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Thomas J Fahey for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to New York 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 J Fahey
NPI records show Dr. Fahey as active with telehealth listed in New York, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (212) 746-5130.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
525 E 68th St Suite M014, New York, NY 10021-4870
Mailing Address
525 E 68th St Suite F2024, Mailbox 249, New York, NY 10021-4870
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