Donna Baldassare, DO
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Donna Baldassare is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine specialist based in San Mateo, CA with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Donna Baldassare, DO has practiced internal medicine for 18+ years, working in group practice. She graduated from New York College of Osteo Medicine of New York Institute of Technology in 2008 and has 18+ years of clinical experience. An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limi...
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 64% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 200dNPPES updated 2025-11-05 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better59.54%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+54.4 pts)
59.54% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.9%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Prescription Recipients
21
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
435
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $85k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2008
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Nov 4, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
18 years in practice
Experienced
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Taxonomy: 207RH0002X
Education & Training
New York College of Osteo Medicine of New York Institute of Technology (Class of 2008)
Mailing address
1875 S Grant St Ste 760, San Mateo, CA 94402-2670
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hospice and Palliative Medicine Care With Donna Baldassare
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Donna Baldassare for follow-ups, medication reviews, and ongoing care — no travel to San Mateo 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 Donna Baldassare
NPI records show Dr. Baldassare as active with telehealth listed in San Mateo, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (888) 227-8884.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1875 S Grant St, San Mateo, CA 94402-2666
Mailing Address
1875 S Grant St Ste 760, San Mateo, CA 94402-2670
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