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.
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
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
10 Main St, Florence, MA 01062-3158
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202383.57/100
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 = better92.2%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.4 pts)
Better than 77% of reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,300
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription 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.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
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.
Graduated medical school · 1989
Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact David a. Berkman
Practice Location
10 Main St, Florence, MA 01062-3158
Mailing Address
10 Main St, Florence, MA 01062-3158
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