Charles A. Barsam, M.D.

Ophthalmology

Charles A. Barsam is an Ophthalmology specialist based in Cambridge, MA with over 27 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(617) 864-8822Cambridge, MA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Charles a. Barsam, M.D. has practiced ophthalmology for 27+ years, working in group practice. He has been in practice for 27+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

1 of 22 Ophthalmology providers in MASee all Ophthalmology in Cambridge27+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 2090dNPPES updated 2020-09-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

725 Concord Ave Suite 4100, Cambridge, MA 02138-1040

Fax: (617) 547-5367
Patient Condition Panel

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, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

High Cholesterol
69%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Hypertension
65%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

Arthritis
40%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Diabetes
25%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

Anxiety Disorders
23%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

Mood Disorders
21%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · Sep 1, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 27 years in practice

    Experienced

OphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

Taxonomy: 207W00000X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

170 Rutledge Rd, Belmont, MA 02478-2634

Differs from practice location

Virtual Ophthalmology Care With Charles a. Barsam

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Charles a. Barsam for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Cambridge required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charles a. Barsam

Dr. Barsam is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Cambridge, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 864-8822.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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