Edward Fischer, M.D.

Specialist

Also practices: CRITICAL CARE (INTENSIVISTS)

(781) 979-9009Melrose, MA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Edward Fischer, M.D. runs an independent specialist practice in Melrose, MA. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 29 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 93% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 34 Specialist providers in MASee all Specialist in Melrose29+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 6877dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

830 Main Street Unit One, Melrose, MA 02176

Fax: (781) 979-9008
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

98.2%

Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+15.4 pts)

Top 7% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

248

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

181

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,112

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $105k

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+5%)54%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+12%)42%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+3%)37%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-3%)31%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
31%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Alzheimer's / Dementia
30%

Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. 29 years in practice

    Experienced

SpecialistOther Service Providers

An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.

Taxonomy: 174400000X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

830 Main St Unit 1, Melrose, MA 02176-2711

Differs from practice location

Virtual Specialist Care With Edward Fischer

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Edward Fischer for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Melrose 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 Edward Fischer

NPI records show Dr. Fischer as active with telehealth listed in Melrose, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (781) 979-9009.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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