Charles A. Barsam, M.D.
Charles A. Barsam is an Ophthalmology specialist based in Cambridge, MA with over 27 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
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).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
725 Concord Ave Suite 4100, Cambridge, MA 02138-1040
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.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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.
Board certified · Sep 1, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
27 years in practice
Experienced
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
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.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Charles a. Barsam
Practice Location
725 Concord Ave Suite 4100, Cambridge, MA 02138-1040
Mailing Address
170 Rutledge Rd, Belmont, MA 02478-2634
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