Elaine Wei-Yin Yu, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Elaine Wei-Yin Yu is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Boston, MA with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Elaine Wei-Yin Yu, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 22+ years, working in group practice. She graduated from University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine in 2004 and has 22+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, osteoporosis, and hypertension (per CMS data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
Massachusetts General Hospital 55 Fruit Street, Boston, MA 02114
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Medicare Patients
649
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
36
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
163
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $253k
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, Osteoporosis, and Hypertension.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$36 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Elaine Wei-Yin Yu's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2004
University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine
22 years in practice
Experienced
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Education & Training
University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine (Class of 2004)
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Elaine Wei-Yin Yu
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Elaine Wei-Yin Yu for cholesterol management, follow-up consultations, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Boston 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 Elaine Wei-Yin Yu
Dr. Yu is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Boston, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 726-3966.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
Massachusetts General Hospital 55 Fruit Street, Boston, MA 02114
Mailing Address
Massachusetts General Hospital 55 Fruit Street, Boston, MA 02114
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