Thomas Terenzi, DO

Rheumatology Internal Medicine

Thomas Terenzi is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Middletown, CT with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(860) 358-8680Middletown, CT
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

With over 30 years in internal medicine, Thomas Terenzi, DO is a long-established rheumatologist in Middletown. He graduated from New York College of Osteo Medicine of New York Institute of Technology in 1996 and has 30+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 16% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
  • Uses generic medications more than 66% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 50 Internal Medicine providers in CTSee all Internal Medicine in Middletown30+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 107dNPPES updated 2026-02-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Connecticut Medical Examining Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

90 S Main St, Middletown, CT 06457-3649

Fax: (860) 358-8694
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

4.51%

Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.6 pts)

4.51% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

89.5%

Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.7 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Connecticut

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

166

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

273

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,728

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $1.04M

Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+26%)75%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-1%)31%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-4%)30%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
30%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Lower than avg (-5%)27%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+8%)26%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$424 received from industry

15 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Terenzi's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1996

    New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine

  2. Board certified · Feb 5, 2026

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 30 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.

Taxonomy: 207RR0500X

Education & Training

New York College of Osteo Medicine of New York Institute of Technology (Class of 1996)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

28 Crescent St, Middletown, CT 06457-3654

Differs from practice location

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care - Veterans Administration

CMS Certification Number: 45066F

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Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Thomas Terenzi

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Thomas Terenzi for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Middletown 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 Terenzi

NPI records show Dr. Terenzi as active with telehealth listed in Middletown, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (860) 358-8680.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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