Thomas J. Lopresti, O.D.
Thomas J. Lopresti is an Optometrist based in Paramus, NJ with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Thomas J. Lopresti, O.D. has been part of the Paramus medical community since 2006 in group practice. A New England College of Optometry graduate since 1992, he brings 34+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 90.8/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 50% of MIPS-scored doctors in New Jersey
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3588dNPPES updated 2016-07-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
523 Forest Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in New Jersey.
MIPS Score
202390.8/100
New Jersey avg: 83.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.2 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in New JerseyHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better72.7%
New Jersey avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-10.1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
802
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
276
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
501
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $86k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,091 reporting peers in New Jersey.
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%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — 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 (-7%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$185 received from industry
13 transactions 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 J. Lopresti's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1992
New England College of Optometry
34 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
Taxonomy: 152W00000X
Education & Training
New England College of Optometry (Class of 1992)
Virtual Optometry Care With Thomas J. Lopresti
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Thomas J. Lopresti for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Paramus 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. Lopresti
NPI records show Dr. Lopresti as active with telehealth listed in Paramus, NJ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (201) 262-5070.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Thomas J. Lopresti
Practice Location
523 Forest Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652
Mailing Address
523 Forest Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652
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