Christy Joy Samaras, D.O.

Hematology & Oncology

Internal Medicine

Christy Joy Samaras is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Cleveland, OH with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(216) 444-0293Cleveland, OH
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Christy Joy Samaras, D.O. practices as part of a group hematology & oncology specialist practice in Cleveland, OH. She graduated from University of New England, College of Osteo Medicine in 2000 and has 26+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

1 of 179 Internal Medicine providers in OHSee all Internal Medicine in Cleveland26+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 5231dNPPES updated 2012-01-27 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at State Medical Board of Ohio

Contact & Location

Practice Location

9500 Euclid Ave Desk R35, Cleveland, OH 44195-0001

Fax: (216) 636-1937
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

5.2%

Ohio avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.1 pts)

5.2% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

258

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

177

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,537

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $8.18M

Percentile rankings compared against 2,065 reporting peers in Ohio.

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.

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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
70%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%
Arthritis
Higher than avg (+2%)51%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+9%)39%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+16%)38%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+4%)36%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
34%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%
Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+6%)28%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$1.1k received from industry

1 transaction reported in 2018 ·Moderate tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Christy Joy Samaras's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2000

    University of New England, College of Osteo Medicine

  2. 26 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineHematology & Oncology in ClevelandAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

University of New England, College of Osteo Medicine (Class of 2000)

Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Christy Joy Samaras

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Christy Joy Samaras for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Cleveland 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 Christy Joy Samaras

Dr. Samaras is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Cleveland, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (216) 444-0293.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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