Alexander C Simotas, M.D.
With over 40 years in specialist, Alexander C Simotas, M.D. is a long-established specialist in New York. A Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons graduate since 1986, he brings 40+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension.
Older · 1833dNPPES updated 2021-04-29 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
429 East 75th Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10021-4099
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better15.24%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+10.1 pts)
15.24% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
257
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
92
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
328
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $4k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ 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
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — 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 (-12%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$16 received from industry
1 transaction 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 Alexander C Simotas's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1986
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
Board certified · Apr 28, 2021
CMS-verified certification date
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
Taxonomy: 174400000X
Education & Training
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (Class of 1986)
Mailing address
429 E 75th St Fl 4, New York, NY 10021-3102
Differs from practice location
Virtual Specialist Care With Alexander C Simotas
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Alexander C Simotas for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to New York 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 Alexander C Simotas
NPI records show Dr. Simotas as active with telehealth listed in New York, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (212) 606-1879.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Alexander C Simotas
Practice Location
429 East 75th Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10021-4099
Mailing Address
429 E 75th St Fl 4, New York, NY 10021-3102
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