Erik K Alexander, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Erik K Alexander is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Boston, MA with over 29 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Erik K Alexander, MD has practiced internal medicine for 29+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (class of 1997), he has been practicing for over 29 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
Older · 5130dNPPES updated 2012-05-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
221 Longwood Avenue Rfb2 Brigham and Women'S Hospital Endocrinology Diabetes and, Boston, MA 02115
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better63.1%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-19.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
282
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
193
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
708
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $25k
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%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$128 received from industry
3 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to Erik K Alexander's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1997
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
29 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
Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (Class of 1997)
Mailing address
111 Cypress St Brigham and Women'S Hospital Endocrinology Diabetes and, Brookline, MA 02445-6002
Differs from practice location
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Erik K Alexander
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Erik K Alexander for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — 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 Erik K Alexander
NPI records show Dr. Alexander as active with telehealth listed in Boston, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 732-5500.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Erik K Alexander
Practice Location
221 Longwood Avenue Rfb2 Brigham and Women'S Hospital Endocrinology Diabetes and, Boston, MA 02115
Mailing Address
111 Cypress St Brigham and Women'S Hospital Endocrinology Diabetes and, Brookline, MA 02445-6002
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