David Brignall, M.D.
David Brignall is a Family Medicine specialist based in Needham, MA with over 39 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
David Brignall, M.D. practices as part of a group family medicine physician practice in Needham, MA. He has been practicing since 2005 — over 39 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 18% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Uses generic medications more than 51% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
392 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 02492-2411
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.59%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.5 pts)
4.59% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.8%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
157
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
312
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,004
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $311k
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 (-2%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-20%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
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.
39 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Virtual Family Medicine Care With David Brignall
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David Brignall for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Needham 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 Brignall
NPI records show Dr. Brignall as active with telehealth listed in Needham, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 754-0650.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact David Brignall
Practice Location
392 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 02492-2411
Mailing Address
392 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 02492-2411
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