Awais Alam, M.D.
Awais Alam is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Salem, MA with over 29 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: HOSPITALIST
Awais Alam, M.D. has been part of the Salem medical community since 2006. He has been in practice for 29+ years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 87% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
81 Highland Ave North Shore Medial Center, Salem, MA 01970-2714
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better7.05%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+2 pts)
7.05% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.4%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.6 pts)
Better than 87% of reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
366
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
127
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
241
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $10k
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
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
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 (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
29 years in practice
Experienced
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
Mailing address
15 Heritage Dr Apartment #23, Salem, MA 01970-2075
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Awais Alam
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Awais Alam for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Salem 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 Awais Alam
Dr. Alam is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Salem, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (978) 335-1639.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Awais Alam
Practice Location
81 Highland Ave North Shore Medial Center, Salem, MA 01970-2714
Mailing Address
15 Heritage Dr Apartment #23, Salem, MA 01970-2075
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