Edward Shalts, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
With over 44 years in psychiatry & neurology, Edward Shalts, MD is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in Rego Park. He has been in practice for 44+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and depression (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 78% of reporting doctors in New York
- Federal MIPS score higher than 77% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
9520 63rd Rd Ste H, Rego Park, NY 11374-1145
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 77% of doctors in New York on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Better than 77% of MIPS-scored doctors in New YorkHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.3%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.5 pts)
Better than 78% of reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
82
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
128
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,006
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $148k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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 Depression.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — 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.
Board certified · Jan 27, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
44 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
Mailing address
725 River Rd Suite 32-79, Edgewater, NJ 07020-1171
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Edward Shalts
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Edward Shalts for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, depression management — no travel to Rego Park 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 Shalts
NPI records show Dr. Shalts as active with telehealth listed in Rego Park, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (718) 864-2120.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Edward Shalts
Practice Location
9520 63rd Rd Ste H, Rego Park, NY 11374-1145
Mailing Address
725 River Rd Suite 32-79, Edgewater, NJ 07020-1171
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