David T Golden, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
David T Golden is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Newton, MA with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
David T Golden, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 38+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School in 1988 and has 38+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include mood disorders, depression, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 91% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6605dNPPES updated 2008-04-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better96.8%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14 pts)
Top 9% of reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
222
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
246
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,202
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $228k
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 Mood Disorders, Depression, and High Cholesterol.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 · 1988
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
38 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (Class of 1988)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With David T Golden
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David T Golden for mood disorder follow-ups, depression management, cholesterol management — no travel to Newton 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 T Golden
NPI records show Dr. Golden as active with telehealth listed in Newton, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 332-2047.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
2364 Washington St, Newton, MA 02462-1440
Mailing Address
2364 Washington St, Newton, MA 02462-1440
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