David A. Berkman, MD

Gastroenterology Internal Medicine

David A. Berkman is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Florence, MA with over 37 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(413) 586-8910Florence, MA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

David a. Berkman, MD practices as part of a group gastroenterologist practice in Florence, MA. Trained at Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University (class of 1989), he has been practicing for over 37 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 83.57/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 77% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
  • Federal MIPS score higher than 22% of MIPS-scored doctors in Massachusetts
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 261 Internal Medicine providers in MASee all Internal Medicine in Florence37+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 4856dNPPES updated 2013-02-04 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

10 Main St, Florence, MA 01062-3158

Fax: (413) 584-7270
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

MIPS Score

2023

83.57/100

Massachusetts avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6

≈ Same as national average

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

92.2%

Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.4 pts)

Better than 77% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

1,300

Unique beneficiaries

High volume

Prescription Recipients

557

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,585

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $389k

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.

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
Lower than avg (-9%)61%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-10%)60%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-6%)43%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
33%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-4%)30%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-4%)28%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-14%)20%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here

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. Graduated medical school · 1989

    Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University

  2. 37 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.

Taxonomy: 207RG0100X

Education & Training

Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University (Class of 1989)

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With David a. Berkman

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

Schedule a virtual visit with David a. Berkman for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Florence 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 David a. Berkman

NPI records show Dr. Berkman as active with telehealth listed in Florence, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (413) 586-8910.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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