Triveni B Defries, M.D, MPH
Triveni B Defries is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Shiprock, NM with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Triveni B Defries, M.D, MPH has been part of the Shiprock medical community since 2013 in independent practice. Trained at University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine (class of 2013), she has been practicing for over 13 years. A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital. CMS MIPS quality score: 91.85/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 29% of reporting doctors in New Mexico
- Federal MIPS score higher than 79% of MIPS-scored doctors in New Mexico
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
Us Hwy 491 North, Shiprock, NM 87420
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 79% of doctors in New Mexico on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202391.85/100
New Mexico avg: 84.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.3 pts)
Better than 79% of MIPS-scored doctors in New MexicoHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.62%
New Mexico avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.5 pts)
3.62% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Prescription Recipients
104
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,215
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $145k
Percentile rankings compared against 495 reporting peers in New Mexico.
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.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2013
University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine
13 years in practice
Established
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine (Class of 2013)
Mailing address
Po Box 160, Shiprock, NM 87420-0160
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 191310
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Triveni B Defries for follow-ups, medication reviews, and ongoing care — no travel to Shiprock 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 Triveni B Defries
NPI records show Dr. Defries as active with telehealth listed in Shiprock, NM. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (505) 368-6001.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
Us Hwy 491 North, Shiprock, NM 87420
Mailing Address
Po Box 160, Shiprock, NM 87420-0160
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