David Lawrence Luftman, M.D., M.P.H.
Patients across MA can see David Lawrence Luftman, M.D., M.P.H. in person in Brookline or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been practicing since 2012 — over 14 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 39% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2421dNPPES updated 2019-09-19 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.49%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.6 pts)
1.49% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
160
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
242
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,548
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $211k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
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
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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.
14 years in practice
Established
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Mailing address
1 Brookline Pl Ste 225, Brookline, MA 02445-7294
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With David Lawrence Luftman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David Lawrence Luftman for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Brookline 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 Lawrence Luftman
NPI records show Dr. Luftman as active with telehealth listed in Brookline, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (857) 307-4400.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact David Lawrence Luftman
Practice Location
1 Brookline Pl Ste 225, Brookline, MA 02445
Mailing Address
1 Brookline Pl Ste 225, Brookline, MA 02445-7294
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