Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Donald Griger, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Springfield, MA
- NPI 1205823515
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 91.7 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3377 Main St
Springfield, MA 011071111
(413) 734-5661
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 25, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #204189
- Medicaid
- MA #3205266
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1205823515. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
8,880
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$251,683
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 2,037 | 155 | $1 | |
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 850 | 188 | $7 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 815 | 177 | $56 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 479 | 191 | $94 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 441 | 152 | $8 | |
85652 |
Red blood cell sedimentation rate, to detect inflammation, automated | 401 | 129 | $3 | |
86140 |
Measurement c-reactive protein for detection of infection or inflammation | 401 | 129 | $5 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 367 | 146 | $132 | |
82565 |
Blood creatinine level | 363 | 126 | $5 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 341 | 110 | $7 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Springfield Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 210. This provider delivers 42× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,520
Patients
238
Total drug cost
$2,314,901
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 607 | 92 | $16,302 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 187 | 50 | $1,691 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 118 | 27 | $1,131 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 118 | 12 | $1,021,621 |
| Enbrel Sureclick (Etanercept) | Brand | 115 | 14 | $838,231 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 114 | 20 | $6,013 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 53 | 11 | $902 |
| Folic Acid | Generic | 49 | 12 | $134 |
| Xeljanz (Tofacitinib Citrate) | Brand | 38 | 0 | $220,844 |
| Sulfasalazine | Generic | 26 | 0 | $629 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Donald Griger's medical specialty?
Dr. Donald Griger practices Rheumatology Physician in Springfield, MA.
Where does Dr. Donald Griger practice?
Dr. Donald Griger practices at 3377 Main St, Springfield, MA 011071111. Office phone: 4137345661.
What is Dr. Donald Griger's NPI?
Dr. Donald Griger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205823515, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Donald Griger accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Donald Griger accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Donald Griger commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg (HCPCS J0702); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.