Amy Herman Comander, MD
Amy Herman Comander is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Boston, MA with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
With over 24 years in internal medicine, Amy Herman Comander, MD is a long-established hematology & oncology specialist in Boston. She graduated from Yale University School of Medicine in 2002 and has 24+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include cancer, high cholesterol, and hypertension (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 41% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5429dNPPES updated 2011-07-15 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
55 Fruit St Mgh, Yawkey 9a, Boston, MA 02114-2621
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.8%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
270
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
101
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
288
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $689k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,606 reporting peers in Massachusetts.
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 Cancer, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+54%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ 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 (-3%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
Yale School of Medicine
24 years in practice
Experienced
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Education & Training
Yale University School of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Amy Herman Comander
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Amy Herman Comander for follow-up consultations, cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Boston 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 Amy Herman Comander
Dr. Comander is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Boston, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 726-4920.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Amy Herman Comander
Practice Location
55 Fruit St Mgh, Yawkey 9a, Boston, MA 02114-2621
Mailing Address
55 Fruit St Mgh, Yawkey 9a, Boston, MA 02114-2621
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