Thomas D Plamondon, PA-C
Thomas D Plamondon is a Physician Assistant based in Essexville, MI with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Thomas D Plamondon, PA-C practices as part of a group physician assistant practice in Essexville, MI. He has been practicing since 2007 — over 20 years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, arthritis, and substance use (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 77% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 720dNPPES updated 2024-06-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better42.32%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+37.2 pts)
42.32% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.1%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.3 pts)
Better than 77% of reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
177
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
585
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,948
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $599k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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, Arthritis, and Substance Use Disorders.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$64 received from industry
4 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to Thomas D Plamondon's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jun 1, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
20 years in practice
Experienced
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Taxonomy: 363A00000X
Mailing address
700 Borton Ave, Essexville, MI 48732-3110
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Care With Thomas D Plamondon
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Thomas D Plamondon for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, substance use counseling — no travel to Essexville 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 D Plamondon
Dr. Plamondon is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Essexville, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (989) 372-1590.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
700 Borton Ave, Essexville, MI 48732
Mailing Address
700 Borton Ave, Essexville, MI 48732-3110
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