Thomas Michael Kaffenberger, M.D.
Thomas Michael Kaffenberger is an Otolaryngology specialist based in Pittsburgh, PA with over 9 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Thomas Michael Kaffenberger, M.D. has practiced otolaryngology for 9+ years, working in independent practice. A University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine graduate since 2017, he brings 9+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 77.51/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 14% of MIPS-scored doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 840dNPPES updated 2024-02-04 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202377.51/100
Pennsylvania avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6.1 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
25
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
11
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
21
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $239
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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 (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$11.4k received from industry
5 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 Michael Kaffenberger's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2017
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 3, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
9 years in practice
Established
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
Taxonomy: 207Y00000X
Education & Training
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (Class of 2017)
Mailing address
3600 Forbes Ave Forbes Tower- Plaza Suite 140, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3410
Differs from practice location
Virtual Otolaryngology Care With Thomas Michael Kaffenberger
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Thomas Michael Kaffenberger for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Pittsburgh 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 Michael Kaffenberger
NPI records show Dr. Kaffenberger as active with telehealth listed in Pittsburgh, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (412) 232-3687.
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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Contact Thomas Michael Kaffenberger
Practice Location
1400 Locust St Ste 2100, Pittsburgh, PA 15219-5114
Mailing Address
3600 Forbes Ave Forbes Tower- Plaza Suite 140, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3410
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